1980 Mazda 929 vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda 929 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2012 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, 1980 Mazda 929 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | 929 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 37 L |
