1949 Austin A 70 vs. 2002 Tata Safari
To start off, 2002 Tata Safari is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Tata Safari (136 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Tata Safari weights approximately 770 kg more than 1949 Austin A 70. 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 1949 Austin A 70. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 70 | 2002 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Austin | Tata |
| Model | A 70 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1949 | 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 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
