1973 Triumph TR6 vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph TR6 (123 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph TR6 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2012 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 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Triumph TR6 | 2012 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Triumph | Tata |
| Model | TR6 | Nano |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 37 L |
