1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 390 kg more than 1962 Austin A 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 99 | 2012 Tata Safari | |
Make | Austin | Tata |
Model | A 99 | Safari |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |