1958 Fiat 1100 vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 1100 | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | Fiat | Tata |
Model | 1100 | Safari |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1700 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 | 870 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 |