2008 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lancia Ypsilon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 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 (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lancia Ypsilon | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Lancia | Tata |
| Model | Ypsilon | Indica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 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 | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 37 L |
