1955 Porsche 356 vs. 2009 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Tata Sumo is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Sumo weights approximately 950 kg more than 1955 Porsche 356.
Because 2009 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Porsche 356 | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Porsche | Tata |
| Model | 356 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2425 mm |
