1989 Citroen AX vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1989 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indigo weights approximately 280 kg more than 1989 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, 2012 Tata Indigo (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen AX. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen AX | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | AX | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 160 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 Weight | 725 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 42 L |
