1973 Nissan Fairlady vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Fairlady (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 925 kg more than 1973 Nissan Fairlady.
Because 2009 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Nissan Fairlady | 2009 Tata Safari | |
Make | Nissan | Tata |
Model | Fairlady | Safari |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |