1997 Citroen AX vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 15 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), 2012 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Indica (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1997 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen AX.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Tata Indica | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | AX | Indica |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
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 | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |