1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 10 kg more than 2011 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indica. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | Luce | Indica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| 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 | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
