1978 Mazda Familia vs. 2001 Tata Indica
To start off, 2001 Tata Indica is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Tata Indica weights approximately 126 kg more than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Indica. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda Familia | 2001 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | Familia | Indica |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1405 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
