1973 Mazda 1000 vs. 1999 Tata E220
To start off, 1999 Tata E220 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Tata E220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Tata E220 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Tata E220 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tata E220 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1973 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 Tata E220 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Tata E220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda 1000 | 1999 Tata E220 | |
Make | Mazda | Tata |
Model | 1000 | E220 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2810 mm |