1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indigo weights approximately 90 kg more than 1971 Mazda Luce. 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 (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | Luce | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
