1973 Nissan Violet vs. 2011 Tata Nano
To start off, 2011 Tata Nano is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,427 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Violet (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2011 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Violet weights approximately 340 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, 1973 Nissan Violet (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Violet | 2011 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Violet | Nano |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1427 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2230 mm |
