1955 Simca Vedette vs. 2010 Tata Nano
To start off, 2010 Tata Nano is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Simca Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Simca Vedette would be higher. At 2,351 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Simca Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Simca Vedette (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Simca Vedette should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Simca Vedette weights approximately 580 kg more than 2010 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:
| 1955 Simca Vedette | 2010 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Simca | Tata |
| Model | Vedette | Nano |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2230 mm |
