2010 Tata Nano vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2010 Tata Nano is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 590 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.
Because 2010 Tata Nano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Tata Nano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Tata Nano | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Tata | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Nano | 146 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 624 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3099 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1495 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1652 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 51 L |
