2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, 2008 Tata Nano is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 425 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.
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, 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata (124 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2008 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Nano |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 37 L |
