2010 Tata Nano vs. 2000 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 2010 Tata Nano is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ascari Ecosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ascari Ecosse would be higher. At 4,722 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 648 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.
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, 2000 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 630 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Nano. (48 Nm). This means 2000 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Tata Nano | 2000 Ascari Ecosse | |
| Make | Tata | Ascari |
| Model | Nano | Ecosse |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 624 cc | 4722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3099 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1495 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1652 mm | 1130 mm |
