2002 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 (246 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 560 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147.
Because 2011 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2011 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
| Model | 147 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
