2009 Tata Indica vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta 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, 2010 Ford Fiesta (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 39 kg more than 2010 Ford Fiesta.
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 Ford Fiesta (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Tata | Ford |
| Model | Indica | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76.5 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |
