2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Ducato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Ducato would be higher. At 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1420 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, 2008 Fiat Ducato, 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, 2008 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 2012 Tata Nano | |
Make | Fiat | Tata |
Model | Ducato | Nano |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2800 cc | 624 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 3099 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1495 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1652 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 37 L |