1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, 2008 Tata Nano is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Austin A 70 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 70 weights approximately 670 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 2008 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Austin | Tata |
| Model | A 70 | Nano |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 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 | 1270 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 37 L |
