2010 Tata Indica vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2010 Tata Indica. 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Tata Indica | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Tata | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Indica | 146 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 216 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 | 1005 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 61 L |
