1985 Citroen BX vs. 2002 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2002 Tata Indigo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Tata Indigo. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2002 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Tata Indigo weights approximately 180 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX.
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, 1985 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata Indigo. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 2002 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | BX | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
