1972 Austin Maxi vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1972 Austin Maxi. (95 HP @ 5350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 920 kg more than 1972 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Maxi. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Maxi | 2010 Tata Safari | |
Make | Austin | Tata |
Model | Maxi | Safari |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |