1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 762 kg more than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II.
Because 2009 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II.
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1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II | 2009 Tata Safari | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Tata |
Model | 3000 Mk II | Safari |
Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2660 mm |