1998 TVR Speed 12 vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, 2008 Tata Nano is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 755 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2008 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 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 833 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
1998 TVR Speed 12 | 2008 Tata Nano | |
Make | TVR | Tata |
Model | Speed 12 | Nano |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 7730 cc | 624 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 790 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 881 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 332 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3099 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1495 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1652 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 37 L |