1961 Volvo P 1800 vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, 2008 Tata Nano is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Volvo P 1800 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2008 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 Volvo P 1800 (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Volvo P 1800 | 2008 Tata Nano | |
Make | Volvo | Tata |
Model | P 1800 | Nano |
Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 624 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.2 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3099 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1495 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1652 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 37 L |