2011 Tata Nano vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2011 Tata Nano is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 75 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2011 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 970 kg more than 2011 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Tata Nano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75, 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, 2001 Rover 75 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Nano. 2001 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Nano has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Nano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Tata Nano | 2001 Rover 75 | |
Make | Tata | Rover |
Model | Nano | 75 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 624 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 48 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3099 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1495 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1652 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2830 mm |