1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 742 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. 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 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 2012 Tata Safari | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
Model | 2000 | Safari |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1178 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |