1962 Simca 1000 vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, 2008 Tata Nano is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 944 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Simca 1000 (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Simca 1000 weights approximately 132 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, 1962 Simca 1000 (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Simca 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Simca 1000 | 2008 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Simca | Tata |
| Model | 1000 | Nano |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 37 L |
