2007 Citroen C1 vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indigo weights approximately 340 kg more than 2007 Citroen C1. 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, 2012 Tata Indigo (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C1 | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | C1 | Indigo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
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 | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 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 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 42 L |