1972 Mazda Chante vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 515 kg more than 1972 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Tata Indica (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Chante | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | Chante | Indica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1405 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
