1972 Citroen Ami vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Indica (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Ami | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | Ami | Indica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 37 L |
