1954 Citroen 15 vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Citroen 15 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2011 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, 1954 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Citroen 15 | 2011 Tata Indica | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | 15 | Indica |
Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |