1955 Austin A 135 vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin A 135 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 135 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 Tata Safari. 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 1955 Austin A 135. 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, 1955 Austin A 135 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 135 | 2007 Tata Safari | |
Make | Austin | Tata |
Model | A 135 | Safari |
Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2660 mm |