1955 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2010 Tata Sumo is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Sumo (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Sumo weights approximately 770 kg more than 1955 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 40 | 2010 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Austin | Tata |
Model | A 40 | Sumo |
Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2425 mm |