1955 Citroen 2CV vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Sumo (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 1242 kg more than 1955 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 2CV | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | 2CV | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 558 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2425 mm |
