1961 Fiat 600 vs. 2010 Tata Nano
To start off, 2010 Tata Nano is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 767 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Nano (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Nano should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 600 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Tata Nano (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Nano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 600 | 2010 Tata Nano | |
Make | Fiat | Tata |
Model | 600 | Nano |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 624 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3099 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1495 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1652 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 37 L |