1949 Fiat 500 vs. 2009 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Tata Sumo is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 500 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 53 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Sumo weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1949 Fiat 500. 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 1949 Fiat 500. 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.
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1949 Fiat 500 | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Fiat | Tata |
Model | 500 | Sumo |
Year Released | 1949 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 569 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2425 mm |