1967 Alvis TF vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alvis TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alvis TF would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alvis TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alvis TF (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 370 kg more than 1967 Alvis TF.
Because 2012 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Alvis TF. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alvis TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alvis TF | 2012 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Alvis | Tata |
| Model | TF | Safari |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
