1980 Opel Ascona vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Opel Ascona (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Opel Ascona weights approximately 410 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, 1980 Opel Ascona (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Opel Ascona | 2012 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Opel | Tata |
| Model | Ascona | Nano |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.6 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 37 L |
