1988 Ford Fairlane vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Fairlane (138 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 1030 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, 1988 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Fairlane | 2012 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Fairlane | Nano |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4089 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2230 mm |
