1987 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2004 Tata Safari
To start off, 2004 Tata Safari is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Tata Safari weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2004 Tata Safari | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
Model | 33 | Safari |
Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |