1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Indica (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indica weights approximately 245 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | Visa | Indica |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 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 | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 37 L |
