1959 Volvo 120 vs. 2006 Tata Safari
To start off, 2006 Tata Safari is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Safari weights approximately 925 kg more than 1959 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Volvo 120 | 2006 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Volvo | Tata |
| Model | 120 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
