1973 Austin 1800 vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Austin 1800 (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin 1800 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 730 kg more than 1973 Austin 1800.
Because 2007 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Austin 1800. 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 (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin 1800. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin 1800 | 2007 Tata Safari | |
Make | Austin | Tata |
Model | 1800 | Safari |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |