1956 Talbot 2500 vs. 2009 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Tata Sumo is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Talbot 2500 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Sumo weights approximately 800 kg more than 1956 Talbot 2500.
Because 2009 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Talbot 2500. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Talbot 2500 | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Talbot | Tata |
| Model | 2500 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2425 mm |
