1971 Ford Zephyr vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Zephyr (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 670 kg more than 1971 Ford Zephyr.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Zephyr | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Zephyr | Safari |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2660 mm |
