1962 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2006 Tata Safari

To start off, 2006 Tata Safari is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Safari weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Fiat Cabriolet 2006 Tata Safari
Make Fiat Tata
Model Cabriolet Safari
Year Released 1962 2006
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1220 cc 1948 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 62 HP 135 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5530 RPM
Torque 94 Nm 181 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 1920 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1918 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2660 mm


 

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