1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 41 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, 2010 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Indigo weights approximately 393 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Tata Indigo (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Lotus | Tata |
| Model | Europa | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| 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 | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
