1990 Citroen C 15 vs. 2005 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2005 Tata Indigo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Tata Indigo (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata Indigo weights approximately 175 kg more than 1990 Citroen C 15. 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, 2005 Tata Indigo (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen C 15 | 2005 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | C 15 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
