1978 Mazda 626 vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 626 (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Indigo weights approximately 10 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626.
Because 1978 Mazda 626 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Mazda 626. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indigo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 626 | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | 626 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
