2001 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, 2008 Tata Nano is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (183 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 440 kg more than 2008 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Tata Nano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Tata Nano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Honda Civic (160 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 2008 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | Civic | Nano |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 37 L |
