1956 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 53 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS.
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, 1956 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (116 Nm). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | DS | Indica |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 116 Nm |
| 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 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 37 L |
