2005 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Tata Nano
To start off, 2010 Tata Nano is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 551 kg more than 2010 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Tata Nano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Civic (151 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Nano. (48 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2010 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | Civic | Nano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1685 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 37 L |
