1977 Mazda RX-3 vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1977 Mazda RX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda RX-3 (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda RX-3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indigo weights approximately 288 kg more than 1977 Mazda RX-3.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Mazda RX-3 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda RX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda RX-3 | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | RX-3 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |
