1973 Avanti Avanti vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, 2008 Tata Nano is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 984 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, 1973 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Avanti Avanti | 2008 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Avanti | Tata |
| Model | Avanti | Nano |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2230 mm |
