2000 Nissan Silvia vs. 2009 Tata Nano
To start off, 2009 Tata Nano is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Silvia (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2009 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 1235 kg more than 2009 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, 2000 Nissan Silvia (271 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Nano. (48 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Silvia | 2009 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Silvia | Nano |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2230 mm |
