2012 Tata Nano vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 661 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.
Because 2012 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 2012 Tata Nano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt, 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, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Tata Nano | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Tata | Chevrolet |
| Model | Nano | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 624 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 Weight | 600 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3099 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1495 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1652 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 49 L |
