1988 Citroen AX vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen AX 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 (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX.
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, 2011 Tata Indica (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | AX | Indica |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 37 L |
