2001 Tata Safari vs. 1970 Triumph TR6
To start off, 2001 Tata Safari is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1970 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Tata Safari weights approximately 955 kg more than 1970 Triumph TR6. 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 1970 Triumph TR6. 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, 1970 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Tata Safari | 1970 Triumph TR6 | |
Make | Tata | Triumph |
Model | Safari | TR6 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2240 mm |