1985 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Tata Nano
To start off, 2010 Tata Nano is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,960 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 561 kg more than 2010 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2010 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
| Model | Spider | Nano |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1960 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 178 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 |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 37 L |
