1973 Maserati Indy vs. 2003 Tata Safari
To start off, 2003 Tata Safari is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2003 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 500 kg more than 1973 Maserati Indy.
Because 2003 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Maserati Indy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Maserati Indy | 2003 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Maserati | Tata |
| Model | Indy | Safari |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
