1996 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2003 Tata Safari
To start off, 2003 Tata Safari is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2003 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 625 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 2003 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2003 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
| Model | GTV | Safari |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
