2004 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lancia Ypsilon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lancia Ypsilon would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 205 kg more than 2004 Lancia Ypsilon. 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, 2009 Tata Indica (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Ypsilon. (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Ypsilon | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Lancia | Tata |
| Model | Ypsilon | Indica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 37 L |
