1969 Citroen Ami vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 1,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indigo weights approximately 235 kg more than 1969 Citroen Ami. 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, 2012 Tata Indigo (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | Ami | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| 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 | 770 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 42 L |
