2000 Volkswagen Lupo vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indigo (85 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Indigo weights approximately 170 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Tata Indigo (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (82 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Tata |
| Model | Lupo | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1043 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 42 L |
