2010 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2010 Tata Nano
To start off, both 2010 Volkswagen Beetle and 2010 Tata Nano were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle (114 HP @ 2400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 630 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, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Nano. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle 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. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Beetle | 2010 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Tata |
| Model | Beetle | Nano |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 37 L |
