1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indigo weights approximately 760 kg more than 1960 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Tata Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Mazda R 360 | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | R 360 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
