1987 Citroen AX vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indica (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Indica weights approximately 323 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. 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, 2010 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2010 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | AX | Indica |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 37 L |
