2001 Tata Indica vs. 2004 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Tata Indica would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Tata Indica (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 Tata Indica.
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, 2001 Tata Indica (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Lupo. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Tata Indica | 2004 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
| Model | Indica | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2330 mm |
