1973 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen DS (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen DS weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Citroen DS (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen DS | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | DS | Indica |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2410 mm |
