2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda 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, 2007 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 Tata Indica.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | Panda | Indica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 37 L |
