2009 Tata Indica vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Tata Indica would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica.
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 Fiat Panda (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Tata Indica | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Tata | Fiat |
Model | Indica | Panda |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 35 L |