1962 Triumph TR4 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 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Triumph TR4 (100 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Triumph TR4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1962 Triumph TR4.
Because 2007 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Triumph TR4. 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 (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Triumph TR4. (173 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Triumph TR4.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Triumph TR4 | 2007 Tata Safari | |
Make | Triumph | Tata |
Model | TR4 | Safari |
Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 1600 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 | 920 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2660 mm |