1968 Morris Mini Moke vs. 2003 Tata Safari
To start off, 2003 Tata Safari is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Mini Moke. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Mini Moke would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1968 Morris Mini Moke. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Mini Moke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1968 Morris Mini Moke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Morris Mini Moke. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Mini Moke. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2003 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Mini Moke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Morris Mini Moke | 2003 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Morris | Tata |
| Model | Mini Moke | Safari |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2660 mm |
