2008 Tata Nano vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Tata Nano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Tata Nano would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 1013 kg more than 2008 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Tata Nano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Corsa, 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, 2012 Opel Corsa (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Tata Nano | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Tata | Opel |
| Model | Nano | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 624 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3099 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1495 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1652 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |
