1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2010 Tata Sumo is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Sumo (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Sumo weights approximately 810 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 40 | 2010 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Austin | Tata |
Model | A 40 | Sumo |
Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2425 mm |