1958 AC Aceca vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 1998 Tata Safari is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 1146 kg more than 1958 AC Aceca.
Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Tata Safari (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Aceca | 1998 Tata Safari | |
Make | AC | Tata |
Model | Aceca | Safari |
Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |