1977 Austin Marina vs. 2000 Tata Safari
To start off, 2000 Tata Safari is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1977 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1977 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Tata Safari weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1977 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Austin Marina | 2000 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Austin | Tata |
| Model | Marina | Safari |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
