1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2000 Tata Safari
To start off, 2000 Tata Safari is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (110 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Tata Safari weights approximately 780 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2000 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
| Model | 75 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 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 | 1260 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
