1967 Triumph TR5 vs. 2009 Tata Nano
To start off, 2009 Tata Nano is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph TR5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph TR5 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Triumph TR5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph TR5 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2009 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph TR5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Triumph TR5 weights approximately 430 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, 1967 Triumph TR5 (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph TR5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Triumph TR5 | 2009 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Triumph | Tata |
| Model | TR5 | Nano |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.8 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 37 L |
