2002 Honda S-MX vs. 2009 Tata Nano
To start off, 2009 Tata Nano is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S-MX weights approximately 730 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.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tata Nano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX 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, 2002 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S-MX | 2009 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | S-MX | Nano |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2230 mm |
