1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Tata Nano
To start off, 2011 Tata Nano is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2011 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 927 kg more than 2011 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 2011 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Mustang | Nano |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5753 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1527 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 37 L |
