1950 Austin A135 vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Austin A135 (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1950 Austin A135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Austin | Tata |
| Model | A135 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
