1996 Mazda 121 vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Indica (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indica weights approximately 54 kg more than 1996 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 121. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 121 | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | 121 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
