1978 Volkswagen Citi vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Indica weights approximately 192 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Citi.
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, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indica. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Volkswagen Citi | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Tata |
| Model | Citi | Indica |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
