1964 Toyota Crown vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,837 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Toyota Crown (80 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Crown weights approximately 655 kg more than 2012 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Toyota Crown (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Toyota Crown | 2012 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Toyota | Tata |
| Model | Crown | Nano |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1837 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 35 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 37 L |
