1987 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 435 kg more than 2011 Tata Indica. 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, 1987 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indica. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | CX | Indica |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |
