2009 Fiat 500 vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Tata Indica would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indica weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Fiat 500 (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat 500 | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | 500 | Indica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 37 L |
