1978 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 1220 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.
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, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Nano has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Nano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Cordoba | 2012 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Chrysler | Tata |
| Model | Cordoba | Nano |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2230 mm |
