1956 Citroen DS vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 56 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, 1956 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (135 Nm). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | DS | Indica |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| 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 | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 37 L |
