1957 Citroen 2CV vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Indigo (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indigo weights approximately 645 kg more than 1957 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Tata Indigo (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen 2CV | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | 2CV | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 42 L |
