1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 446 kg more than 1969 Fiat 130.
Because 2009 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Fiat 130. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130. 1969 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 2009 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | 130 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
