1977 Ford 2000 vs. 2011 Tata Nano
To start off, 2011 Tata Nano is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford 2000 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford 2000 (99 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2011 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford 2000 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford 2000 weights approximately 657 kg more than 2011 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1977 Ford 2000 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford 2000 | 2011 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | 2000 | Nano |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 37 L |
