1974 Honda Life vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Life would be higher. At 624 cc (2 cylinders), 2012 Tata Nano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Nano (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Nano should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Nano weights approximately 110 kg more than 1974 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Tata Nano 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 2012 Tata Nano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Honda Life, 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, 2012 Tata Nano (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Nano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Honda Life | 2012 Tata Nano | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | Life | Nano |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 624 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3099 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1495 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1652 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 37 L |