1962 Austin A 90 vs. 2002 Tata Safari
To start off, 2002 Tata Safari is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Tata Safari (136 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Tata Safari weights approximately 470 kg more than 1962 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1962 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 90 | 2002 Tata Safari | |
Make | Austin | Tata |
Model | A 90 | Safari |
Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |