1973 Austin Allegro 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 Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1973 Austin Allegro. 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 1973 Austin Allegro. 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 (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Allegro | 2007 Tata Safari | |
Make | Austin | Tata |
Model | Allegro | Safari |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |