1992 Alpine A 610 vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 506 kg more than 1992 Alpine A 610.
Because 2011 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Alpine A 610. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1992 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Safari. (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1992 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpine A 610 | 2011 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Alpine | Tata |
| Model | A 610 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1930 mm |
