1968 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 940 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GT | 2009 Tata Safari | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
Model | GT | Safari |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2660 mm |