1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1962 Alpine A 108. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Alpine A 108. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alpine A 108 | 2007 Tata Safari | |
Make | Alpine | Tata |
Model | A 108 | Safari |
Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 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 | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2660 mm |