2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 635 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
| Model | 156 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
