1982 Toyota Century vs. 2010 Tata Nano
To start off, 2010 Tata Nano is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Century (167 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Century weights approximately 1205 kg more than 2010 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, 1982 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Nano. 1982 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Nano has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Nano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Century | 2010 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Toyota | Tata |
| Model | Century | Nano |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3376 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2230 mm |
