1999 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 905 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, 1999 Ford Falcon (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Falcon | 2012 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Falcon | Nano |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 37 L |
