2012 Tata Nano vs. 1988 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Model F (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Model F weights approximately 700 kg more than 2012 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, 1988 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano. 1988 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Nano has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Nano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Tata Nano | 1988 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Nano | Model F |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 624 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3099 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1495 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1652 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2240 mm |
