1958 Abarth 600 vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, 2008 Tata Nano is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Abarth 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 600 (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 600 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Nano weights approximately 15 kg more than 1958 Abarth 600.
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, 1958 Abarth 600 (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Abarth 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 600 | 2008 Tata Nano | |
Make | Abarth | Tata |
Model | 600 | Nano |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
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 | 41 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3099 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1495 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1652 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2230 mm |