1975 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, 2008 Tata Nano is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider (132 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 440 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
| Model | Spider | Nano |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 1040 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2230 mm |
