1984 Honda Jazz vs. 2010 Tata Nano
To start off, 2010 Tata Nano is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,231 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Jazz (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Honda Jazz weights approximately 100 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.
Because 2010 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 2010 Tata Nano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Honda Jazz, 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, 1984 Honda Jazz (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Jazz | 2010 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | Jazz | Nano |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2230 mm |
