2000 Citroen C1 vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C1.
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, 2010 Tata Indica (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 2010 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | C1 | Indica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 37 L |
