1981 Fiat 131 vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, 2008 Tata Nano is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat 131 (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat 131 weights approximately 450 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, 1981 Fiat 131 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 131 | 2008 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | 131 | Nano |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2230 mm |
