1973 Alpine A 110 vs. 2010 Tata Nano
To start off, 2010 Tata Nano is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,604 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alpine A 110 (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alpine A 110 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2010 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alpine A 110 | 2010 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Alpine | Tata |
| Model | A 110 | Nano |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 37 L |
