2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Tata Nano
To start off, 2010 Tata Nano is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Panda (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Tata Nano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2010 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | Panda | Nano |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 37 L |
