1973 Mazda 616 vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 95 kg more than 1973 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 616 | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | 616 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
