1963 Toyota Publica vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 1340 kg more than 1963 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Toyota Publica | 2012 Tata Safari | |
Make | Toyota | Tata |
Model | Publica | Safari |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2660 mm |