2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Indica weights approximately 90 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Tata Indica (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2010 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | Panda | Indica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 37 L |
