2008 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Tata Nano
To start off, 2010 Tata Nano is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 580 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, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Nano. 2008 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Nano has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Nano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2010 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | Civic | Nano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 37 L |
