1973 Mazda 818 vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indigo weights approximately 260 kg more than 1973 Mazda 818. 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 (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 818 | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | 818 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1270 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2460 mm |
