1968 Audi 100 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 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,760 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Audi 100 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Audi 100 weights approximately 492 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 Audi 100 (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Audi 100 | 2008 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Audi | Tata |
| Model | 100 | Nano |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 37 L |
