1999 Toyota Bandeirante 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 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 1190 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.
Because 1999 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Tata Nano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Bandeirante (246 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Bandeirante | 2010 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Toyota | Tata |
| Model | Bandeirante | Nano |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2230 mm |
