1972 Simca 1000 vs. 1999 Tata Safari
To start off, 1999 Tata Safari is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tata Safari weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Simca 1000 | 1999 Tata Safari | |
Make | Simca | Tata |
Model | 1000 | Safari |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2660 mm |