1997 Citroen AX vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1997 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 337 kg more than 1997 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, 2009 Tata Indica (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen AX | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | AX | Indica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
