1952 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2007 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2007 Tata Sumo is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin-Healey 100 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Sumo weights approximately 855 kg more than 1952 Austin-Healey 100.
Because 2007 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin-Healey 100 | 2007 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Tata |
Model | 100 | Sumo |
Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2425 mm |