1954 Rover P4 vs. 2006 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2006 Tata Sumo is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Rover P4 (79 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Sumo weights approximately 480 kg more than 1954 Rover P4.
Because 2006 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1954 Rover P4 (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Rover P4 | 2006 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Rover | Tata |
| Model | P4 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
