1950 Citroen 15 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 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 594 kg more than 1950 Citroen 15. 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 Citroen 15. 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, 2008 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Citroen 15 | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | 15 | Safari |
Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |