1944 Citroen 15 vs. 2001 Tata Indica
To start off, 2001 Tata Indica is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1944 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1944 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Citroen 15 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2001 Tata Indica. 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, 1944 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Indica. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1944 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Citroen 15 | 2001 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | 15 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |
