1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Alpine A 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Nano (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Nano should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Nano weights approximately 70 kg more than 1955 Alpine A 106. 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, 2012 Tata Nano (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Nano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Alpine A 106 | 2012 Tata Nano | |
Make | Alpine | Tata |
Model | A 106 | Nano |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 624 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3099 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1495 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1652 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 37 L |