1953 Daimler Conquest vs. 2008 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2008 Tata Sumo is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Daimler Conquest (75 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Daimler Conquest should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Sumo weights approximately 403 kg more than 1953 Daimler Conquest.
Because 2008 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Daimler Conquest. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Daimler Conquest. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Daimler Conquest | 2008 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Daimler | Tata |
| Model | Conquest | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2425 mm |
