2005 Tata Indigo 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 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Tata Indigo (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata Indigo weights approximately 420 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 Tata Indigo, 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 Tata Indigo (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Tata Indigo | 2010 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Tata | Tata |
| Model | Indigo | Nano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |
