1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2010 Tata Nano
To start off, 2010 Tata Nano is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 624 cc (2 cylinders), 2010 Tata Nano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Nano (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Nano should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Nano weights approximately 40 kg more than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. 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, 2010 Tata Nano (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Nano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2010 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Tata |
| Model | Bianchina | Nano |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 37 L |
