1966 Riley Kestrel vs. 2004 Tata Safari
To start off, 2004 Tata Safari is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1966 Riley Kestrel. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1966 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Tata Safari weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1966 Riley Kestrel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Riley Kestrel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Riley Kestrel. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Riley Kestrel | 2004 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Riley | Tata |
| Model | Kestrel | Safari |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
