1985 Citroen LNA vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen LNA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen LNA would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Indica (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1985 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen LNA.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen LNA. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen LNA | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | LNA | Indica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 37 L |
