1955 Daimler One-O-Four vs. 2000 Tata Safari
To start off, 2000 Tata Safari is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daimler One-O-Four would be higher. At 3,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Daimler One-O-Four is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four should accelerate faster than 2000 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Tata Safari weights approximately 160 kg more than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four.
Because 2000 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Daimler One-O-Four (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1955 Daimler One-O-Four will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daimler One-O-Four | 2000 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Daimler | Tata |
| Model | One-O-Four | Safari |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3468 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
