2003 Tata Safari vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Tata Safari is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (55 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 790 kg more than 1960 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Tata Safari | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Tata | Toyota |
Model | Safari | Crown |
Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |