1945 Austin 16 vs. 2002 Tata Safari
To start off, 2002 Tata Safari is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Tata Safari (136 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Tata Safari weights approximately 760 kg more than 1945 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1945 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Austin 16 | 2002 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Austin | Tata |
| Model | 16 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
