1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2011 Tata Safari | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
Model | Alfasud | Safari |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |