2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 560 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2009 Tata Safari | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
Model | 156 | Safari |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |