1961 Land Rover A 109 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 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Land Rover A 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Land Rover A 109 (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 980 kg more than 2010 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Tata Nano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover A 109 (138 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Land Rover A 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Land Rover A 109 | 2010 Tata Nano | |
Make | Land Rover | Tata |
Model | A 109 | Nano |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 624 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3099 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1495 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1652 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2230 mm |