1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 730 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2012 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
| Model | Spider | Nano |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 37 L |
