1998 Mazda Laputa vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Indica (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Laputa | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | Laputa | Indica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 37 L |
