1953 Lancia Appia vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Safari (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1953 Lancia Appia. (37 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1953 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 1107 kg more than 1953 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Lancia Appia. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Lancia Appia | 2007 Tata Safari | |
Make | Lancia | Tata |
Model | Appia | Safari |
Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1091 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2660 mm |