1998 Tata Safari vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1998 Tata Safari is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1975 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Tata Safari | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Safari | Publica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2170 mm |
