1979 Alpine A 310 vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alpine A 310 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 940 kg more than 1979 Alpine A 310.
Because 2011 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alpine A 310 | 2011 Tata Safari | |
Make | Alpine | Tata |
Model | A 310 | Safari |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2660 mm |