2004 Holden Zafira vs. 2011 Tata Nano
To start off, 2011 Tata Nano is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Zafira would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2011 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Zafira weights approximately 860 kg more than 2011 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Tata Nano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Holden Zafira, 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, 2004 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Zafira | 2011 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Holden | Tata |
| Model | Zafira | Nano |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2230 mm |
