1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2009 Tata Nano
To start off, 2009 Tata Nano is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Abarth 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Abarth 750 (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Nano weights approximately 65 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750.
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, 1956 Abarth 750 (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Abarth 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2009 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Abarth | Tata |
| Model | 750 | Nano |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 37 L |
