1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Nano (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Nano should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 40 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2012 Tata Nano.
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, 1961 Austin A 40 (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 40 | 2012 Tata Nano | |
Make | Austin | Tata |
Model | A 40 | Nano |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 624 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3099 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1495 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1652 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 37 L |