1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2011 Tata Nano
To start off, 2011 Tata Nano is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2011 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 145 kg more than 2011 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2011 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
| Model | Giulia | Nano |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 37 L |
