1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 1998 Tata Safari is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tata Safari (89 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 1445 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Tata Safari (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 1998 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Abarth | Tata |
| Model | 600 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
