1980 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, 2008 Tata Nano is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 490 kg more than 2008 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, 1980 Mazda Cosmo (151 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda Cosmo | 2008 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | Cosmo | Nano |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 37 L |
