1996 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (190 HP) has 155 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Prelude weights approximately 730 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, 1996 Honda Prelude, 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 Prelude (214 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm). This means 1996 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Prelude | 2012 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | Prelude | Nano |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 35 HP |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2230 mm |
