1970 Ford Capri vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1970 Ford Capri. (47 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1970 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Capri | 2007 Tata Safari | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Capri | Safari |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |