1977 Toyota Mark II vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 595 kg more than 2012 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Mark II | 2012 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Toyota | Tata |
| Model | Mark II | Nano |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2230 mm |
