1968 Renault 8 vs. 2009 Tata Nano
To start off, 2009 Tata Nano is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 8 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Renault 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Renault 8 (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Renault 8 weights approximately 180 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, 1968 Renault 8 (77 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Nano. (48 Nm). This means 1968 Renault 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Renault 8 | 2009 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Renault | Tata |
| Model | 8 | Nano |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 37 L |
