1999 AC Cobra vs. 2010 Tata Nano
To start off, 2010 Tata Nano is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Cobra weights approximately 425 kg more than 2010 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, 1999 AC Cobra (522 Nm) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Nano. (48 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 2010 Tata Nano | |
| Make | AC | Tata |
| Model | Cobra | Nano |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 37 L |
