1979 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Tata Nano
To start off, 2009 Tata Nano is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Accord weights approximately 365 kg more than 2009 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Tata Nano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord, 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, 1979 Honda Accord (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 2009 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | Accord | Nano |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 37 L |
