1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2009 Tata Nano
To start off, 2009 Tata Nano is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (80 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 650 kg more than 2009 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (162 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2009 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
| Model | Alfetta | Nano |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| 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 | 80 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 37 L |
