1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, 2008 Tata Nano is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alpine A 110 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alpine A 110 weights approximately 130 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, 1977 Alpine A 110 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alpine A 110 | 2008 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Alpine | Tata |
| Model | A 110 | Nano |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 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 | 730 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 37 L |
