2008 Tata Nano vs. 2013 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2013 Toyota Corolla 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 650 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, 2013 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2013 Toyota Corolla (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Tata Nano | 2013 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Nano | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 624 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3099 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1495 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1652 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |
