1956 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Indica (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 253 kg more than 2007 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 2007 Tata Indica | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | DS | Indica |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 37 L |