1960 Holden FC vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FC would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Tata Safari (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1960 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 940 kg more than 1960 Holden FC. 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 1960 Holden FC. 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 (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Holden FC | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Holden | Tata |
| Model | FC | Safari |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
