1948 Oldsmobile 66 vs. 2009 Tata Nano
To start off, 2009 Tata Nano is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 3,902 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Oldsmobile 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Oldsmobile 66 (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Oldsmobile 66 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 1170 kg more than 2009 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Oldsmobile 66 | 2009 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Tata |
| Model | 66 | Nano |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3902 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2230 mm |
