2000 Tata Safari vs. 1959 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2000 Tata Safari is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1959 Volkswagen Beetle. (34 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1959 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Tata Safari weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1959 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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:
| 2000 Tata Safari | 1959 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
| Model | Safari | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
