2009 Citroen C1 vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Indica weights approximately 205 kg more than 2009 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, 2011 Tata Indica (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C1 | 2011 Tata Indica | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | C1 | Indica |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
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 | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
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 | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 37 L |