2011 Fiat Idea vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Fiat Idea is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Tata Indica would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Idea (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Idea. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Fiat Idea | 2010 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | Idea | Indica |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 37 L |
