1961 Austin 7 vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 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 105 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1961 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | Austin | Tata |
Model | 7 | Safari |
Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2660 mm |