1968 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 950 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Because 2011 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2011 Tata Safari | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
Model | Junior | Safari |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |