2010 Tata Nano vs. 2008 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2010 Tata Nano is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Albea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Albea would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Albea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Albea (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Albea weights approximately 551 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, 2008 Fiat Albea, 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, 2008 Fiat Albea (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Tata Nano | 2008 Fiat Albea | |
Make | Tata | Fiat |
Model | Nano | Albea |
Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 624 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 48 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3099 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1495 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1652 mm | 1500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 51 L |