1970 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 560 kg more than 1970 Ford Falcon.
Because 2012 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1970 Ford Falcon (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Falcon | 2012 Tata Safari | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Falcon | Safari |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |