1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 22 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (152 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 710 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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 (225 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
| Model | 75 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
