1952 Fiat 8V vs. 2008 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2008 Tata Sumo is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 8V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 8V would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Fiat 8V (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Fiat 8V should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Sumo weights approximately 870 kg more than 1952 Fiat 8V.
Because 2008 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Fiat 8V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 8V. (145 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 8V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 8V | 2008 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | 8V | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2425 mm |
