1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2011 Tata Nano
To start off, 2011 Tata Nano is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2011 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Abarth 1000 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2011 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, 1959 Abarth 1000 (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2011 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Abarth | Tata |
| Model | 1000 | Nano |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 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 | 680 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 37 L |
