2003 Rover 75 vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, 2008 Tata Nano is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rover 75 weights approximately 815 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, 2003 Rover 75, 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, 2003 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Rover 75 | 2008 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Rover | Tata |
| Model | 75 | Nano |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 37 L |
