1992 Citroen ZX vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen ZX would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen ZX (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indigo weights approximately 40 kg more than 1992 Citroen ZX.
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, 1992 Citroen ZX (196 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | ZX | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 179 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 Weight | 1100 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 42 L |
