1966 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Cabriolet (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 290 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.
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, 1966 Fiat Cabriolet (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Cabriolet | 2012 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | Cabriolet | Nano |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 37 L |
