1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 Tata Nano
To start off, 2009 Tata Nano is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 448 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2009 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
| Model | Giulia | Nano |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 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 | 1048 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 37 L |
