2010 Tata Nano vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2010 Tata Nano is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 910 kg more than 2010 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Tata Nano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Nano. 1999 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Nano has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Nano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2010 Tata Nano 1999 Subaru Legacy
Make Tata Subaru
Model Nano Legacy
Year Released 2010 1999
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 624 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 35 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 48 Nm 219 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73.5 mm 99.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73.5 mm 79 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 600 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 3099 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1495 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1652 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 64 L