1955 Porsche 356 vs. 2001 Tata Safari
To start off, 2001 Tata Safari is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1955 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1955 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Tata Safari weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1955 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Porsche 356 | 2001 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Porsche | Tata |
| Model | 356 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 119 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 | 850 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 |
