1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, 2008 Tata Nano is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 400 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2008 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
| Model | Giulia | Nano |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 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 | 1000 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 37 L |
