1973 Mazda Luce 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 Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda Luce | 2009 Tata Indica | |
Make | Mazda | Tata |
Model | Luce | Indica |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |