1969 Saab Sonett vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Saab Sonett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Saab Sonett would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1969 Saab Sonett. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1969 Saab Sonett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1969 Saab Sonett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Saab Sonett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Saab Sonett. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Saab Sonett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Saab Sonett | 2010 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Saab | Tata |
| Model | Sonett | Safari |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2660 mm |
