1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Abarth 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Abarth | Tata |
| Model | 1300 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2660 mm |
