1971 Rover 2000 vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 625 kg more than 1971 Rover 2000. 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 1971 Rover 2000. 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 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Rover 2000 | 2007 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Rover | Tata |
| Model | 2000 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
