2001 Tata Safari vs. 1960 Trabant Universal
To start off, 2001 Tata Safari is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Trabant Universal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Trabant Universal would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1960 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1960 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Tata Safari weights approximately 1380 kg more than 1960 Trabant Universal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Trabant Universal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Tata Safari | 1960 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Tata | Trabant |
| Model | Safari | Universal |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2030 mm |
