1958 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lancia Aurelia (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 530 kg more than 2012 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 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Aurelia | 2012 Tata Nano | |
Make | Lancia | Tata |
Model | Aurelia | Nano |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 624 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3099 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1495 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1652 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2230 mm |