1984 Morgan 4 vs. 2001 Tata Safari
To start off, 2001 Tata Safari is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1984 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1984 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Tata Safari weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1984 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Morgan 4 | 2001 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Morgan | Tata |
| Model | 4 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
