1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 1020 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
| Model | Corvette | Nano |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 37 L |
