2005 Rover 75 vs. 2011 Tata Nano
To start off, 2011 Tata Nano is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,796 cc, 2005 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2011 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 815 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, 2005 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, 2005 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 75 | 2011 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Rover | Tata |
| Model | 75 | Nano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 624 cc |
| 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 Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 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 | 1415 kg | 600 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 37 L |
