1961 Triumph TR3 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 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph TR3 would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Triumph TR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Triumph TR3 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Triumph TR3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Triumph TR3 weights approximately 304 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.
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 Triumph TR3 (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Triumph TR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Triumph TR3 | 2010 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Triumph | Tata |
| Model | TR3 | Nano |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 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 | 904 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 37 L |
