1983 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen CX (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen CX | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | CX | Indica |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 37 L |
