1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, 2008 Tata Nano is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,280 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Abarth 1300 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 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, 1968 Abarth 1300 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 2008 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Abarth | Tata |
| Model | 1300 | Nano |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 37 L |
