1980 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Tata Indica
To start off, 2005 Tata Indica is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,403 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Tata Indica (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata Indica weights approximately 208 kg more than 1980 Citroen Visa. 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, 2005 Tata Indica (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen Visa | 2005 Tata Indica | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | Visa | Indica |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1403 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |