1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 393 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Tata Indica (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Lotus | Tata |
| Model | Europa | Indica |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 37 L |
