2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 2010 Tata Nano
To start off, 2010 Tata Nano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano.
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, 2009 Hyundai Accent, 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, 2009 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Accent | 2010 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Hyundai | Tata |
| Model | Accent | Nano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 37 L |
