2008 Tata Nano vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 5 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 973 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Tata Nano | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Tata | Nissan |
| Model | Nano | Z |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 624 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3099 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1495 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1652 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 72 L |
