1969 Lancia Flavia 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 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lancia Flavia (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 730 kg more than 1969 Lancia Flavia.
Because 2009 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Lancia Flavia. 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 (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lancia Flavia. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lancia Flavia | 2009 Tata Safari | |
Make | Lancia | Tata |
Model | Flavia | Safari |
Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |