1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2010 Tata Nano
To start off, 2010 Tata Nano is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1505 kg more than 2010 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, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 663 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Nano. (48 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2010 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Cadillac | Tata |
| Model | Calais | Nano |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 37 L |
