1964 Austin Princess vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 260 kg more than 2010 Tata Safari.
Because 2010 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 2010 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Austin | Tata |
| Model | Princess | Safari |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2660 mm |
