1976 Citroen LN vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen LN would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1976 Citroen LN. (32 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 1214 kg more than 1976 Citroen LN. 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 1976 Citroen LN. 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 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen LN. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Citroen LN | 2007 Tata Safari | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | LN | Safari |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 32 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2660 mm |