1977 Toyota Publica vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Tata Safari (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1977 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Toyota Publica | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | Toyota | Tata |
Model | Publica | Safari |
Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2956 cc |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2660 mm |