1999 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotec C 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotec C 1000 would be higher. At 5,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 773 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indigo weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 Lotec C 1000.
Because 1999 Lotec C 1000 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 1999 Lotec C 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indigo, 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, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 855 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotec C 1000 | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Lotec | Tata |
| Model | C 1000 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5498 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1580 mm |
