2004 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 670 kg more than 2012 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Tata Nano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic, 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 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2012 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | Civic | Nano |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 37 L |
