1959 Fiat 2100 vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 2100 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 58 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 2100. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 2100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 986 kg more than 1959 Fiat 2100. 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 1959 Fiat 2100. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 2100. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 2100.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 2100 | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | Fiat | Tata |
Model | 2100 | Safari |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2052 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 934 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |