1964 Lotus Elan vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Lotus Elan (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indica weights approximately 455 kg more than 1964 Lotus Elan.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Lotus Elan (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Lotus Elan | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Lotus | Tata |
| Model | Elan | Indica |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 37 L |
