1993 Citroen Bx vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Bx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Bx would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Bx. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Bx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Indigo weights approximately 240 kg more than 1993 Citroen Bx. 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, 2011 Tata Indigo (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Bx. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Bx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Bx | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | Bx | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 42 L |
