1954 Porsche 356 vs. 2004 Tata Safari
To start off, 2004 Tata Safari is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1954 Porsche 356. (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1954 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Tata Safari weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1954 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Porsche 356. (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Porsche 356 | 2004 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Porsche | Tata |
| Model | 356 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2660 mm |
