2008 Fiat 500 vs. 2004 Tata E
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Tata E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Tata E would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Tata E should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Tata E weights approximately 440 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Tata E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Tata E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat 500 | 2004 Tata E | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | 500 | E |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2810 mm |
