2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, 2008 Tata Nano is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 1,137 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Nano weights approximately 160 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
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, 2000 Caterham 7 (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2008 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Caterham | Tata |
| Model | 7 | Nano |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2230 mm |
