2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Indigo weights approximately 60 kg more than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (244 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2460 mm |
