1990 Citroen BX vs. 1998 Tata Indica
To start off, 1998 Tata Indica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen BX (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1998 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen BX weights approximately 205 kg more than 1998 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Citroen BX (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1998 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | BX | Indica |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
