1999 Vauxhall Omega 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 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 1068 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 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Vauxhall Omega | 2010 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Tata |
| Model | Omega | Nano |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2230 mm |
