1999 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mustang (256 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mustang weights approximately 882 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 Mustang (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
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1999 Ford Mustang | 2012 Tata Nano | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Mustang | Nano |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 624 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 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 | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3099 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1495 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1652 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 37 L |