1963 Riley Elf vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Riley Elf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Riley Elf would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1963 Riley Elf. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1963 Riley Elf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1963 Riley Elf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Riley Elf. 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 (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Riley Elf. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Riley Elf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Riley Elf | 2007 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Riley | Tata |
| Model | Elf | Safari |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2660 mm |
