1946 Austin 16 vs. 2009 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Tata Sumo is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Sumo (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Sumo weights approximately 520 kg more than 1946 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Tata Sumo 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, 2009 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Austin 16 | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Austin | Tata |
Model | 16 | Sumo |
Year Released | 1946 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2425 mm |