2009 Tata Nano vs. 2010 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2010 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Tata Nano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Tata Nano would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 465 more horse power than 2009 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 750 kg more than 2009 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, 2010 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Nano | 2010 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Tata | Ascari |
| Model | Nano | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 624 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3099 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1495 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1652 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2636 mm |
