1991 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 1,567 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 460 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, 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2012 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
| Model | 75 | Nano |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1567 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 37 L |
