1973 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 880 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV (182 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
Model | GTV | Safari |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 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 | 1040 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |