2008 Tata Nano vs. 1964 Rover P5
To start off, 2008 Tata Nano is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Rover P5 (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Rover P5 weights approximately 1120 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, 1964 Rover P5 (219 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano. 1964 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Nano has manual transmission. 2008 Tata Nano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Tata Nano | 1964 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Tata | Rover |
| Model | Nano | P5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 624 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3099 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1495 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1652 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 52 L |
