1994 Hyundai Accent vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Accent (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 335 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.
Because 2012 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 2012 Tata Nano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Accent, 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, 1994 Hyundai Accent (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Accent | 2012 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Hyundai | Tata |
| Model | Accent | Nano |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |
