1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2001 Tata Safari
To start off, 2001 Tata Safari is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Tata Safari weights approximately 880 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75.
Because 2001 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (206 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2001 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
| Model | 75 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
