2007 Tata Indica vs. 1981 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,292 cc (2 cylinders), 1981 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (120 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 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, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica. 1981 Mazda Cosmo has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Mazda Cosmo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Tata Indica | 1981 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Tata | Mazda |
| Model | Indica | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 1401 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
