1992 Lancia Hyena vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lancia Hyena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lancia Hyena would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lancia Hyena (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2009 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Hyena should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 772 kg more than 1992 Lancia Hyena.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lancia Hyena. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lancia Hyena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lancia Hyena | 2009 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Lancia | Tata |
| Model | Hyena | Safari |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1920 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
