1996 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Tata Nano
To start off, 2009 Tata Nano is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 500 kg more than 2009 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Tata Nano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic, 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, 1996 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 2009 Tata Nano | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | Civic | Nano |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 624 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3099 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1495 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1652 mm |