1963 Fiat 1500 vs. 2005 Tata Safari
To start off, 2005 Tata Safari is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata Safari weights approximately 695 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1500. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 1500 | 2005 Tata Safari | |
Make | Fiat | Tata |
Model | 1500 | Safari |
Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |