1976 Porsche 912 vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Porsche 912 (86 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Porsche 912 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Porsche 912 weights approximately 540 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, 1976 Porsche 912 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Porsche 912 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Porsche 912 | 2012 Tata Nano | |
Make | Porsche | Tata |
Model | 912 | Nano |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 624 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3099 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1495 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1652 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2230 mm |