1965 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 Tata Nano
To start off, 2009 Tata Nano is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Buick Riviera (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2009 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1296 kg more than 2009 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 Buick Riviera (603 Nm) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Nano. (48 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Nano. 1965 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Nano has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Nano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Buick Riviera | 2009 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Buick | Tata |
| Model | Riviera | Nano |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6966 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 37 L |
