1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 61 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), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Sumo (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 834 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 2011 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, 2011 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, 2011 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Austin | Tata |
Model | A 40 | Sumo |
Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 127 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2425 mm |