1998 Toyota Picnic vs. 2009 Tata Nano
To start off, 2009 Tata Nano is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Picnic would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Picnic (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2009 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 738 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, 1998 Toyota Picnic, 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, 1998 Toyota Picnic (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Toyota Picnic | 2009 Tata Nano | |
Make | Toyota | Tata |
Model | Picnic | Nano |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 624 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3099 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1495 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1652 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |