1981 Citroen Mehari vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 1,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indica (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 490 kg more than 1981 Citroen Mehari. 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, 2009 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen Mehari | 2009 Tata Indica | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | Mehari | Indica |
Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |