1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 872 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Because 2012 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2012 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
| Model | Alfetta | Safari |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
