1958 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2009 Tata Nano
To start off, 2009 Tata Nano is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite weights approximately 64 kg more than 2009 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. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin-Healey Sprite | 2009 Tata Nano | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Tata |
Model | Sprite | Nano |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 624 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 664 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3099 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1495 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1652 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 37 L |