1948 Bristol 400 vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, 2008 Tata Nano is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Bristol 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Bristol 400 (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Bristol 400 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Bristol 400 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2008 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, 1948 Bristol 400 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1948 Bristol 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Bristol 400 | 2008 Tata Nano | |
Make | Bristol | Tata |
Model | 400 | Nano |
Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 624 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3099 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1495 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1652 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 37 L |