1955 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Lancia Aurelia (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 786 kg more than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
Because 2012 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Lancia Aurelia | 2012 Tata Safari | |
Make | Lancia | Tata |
Model | Aurelia | Safari |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |