2011 Tata Nano vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Tata Nano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Opel Insignia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Opel Insignia would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2011 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Nano.
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, 2010 Opel Insignia, 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 Opel Insignia (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Tata Nano | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Tata | Opel |
| Model | Nano | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 624 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3099 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1495 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1652 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2737 mm |
