2007 Tata Safari vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 774 kg more than 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
Because 2007 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Tata Safari | 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo | |
| Make | Tata | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Safari | MiTo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
