1969 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 1,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indigo weights approximately 400 kg more than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Tata Indigo (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ak 350 | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | Ak 350 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 42 L |
