1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 2005 Tata Safari
To start off, 2005 Tata Safari is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata Safari weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fiat 1100 | 2005 Tata Safari | |
Make | Fiat | Tata |
Model | 1100 | Safari |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2660 mm |