1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen GSA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen GSA would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (63 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indigo weights approximately 200 kg more than 1979 Citroen GSA. 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, 2007 Tata Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | GSA | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 42 L |
