1977 Fiat 132 vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat 132 (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 690 kg more than 1977 Fiat 132.
Because 2012 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Fiat 132. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 132. (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Fiat 132 | 2012 Tata Safari | |
Make | Fiat | Tata |
Model | 132 | Safari |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |