2010 Tata Nano vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Tata Nano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Tata Nano would be higher. At 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 2 (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 2 weights approximately 435 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 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, 2012 Mazda 2, 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, 2012 Mazda 2 (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Tata Nano | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Tata | Mazda |
| Model | Nano | 2 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 624 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3099 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1495 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1652 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 43 L |
