1957 Austin A 55 vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 55 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 18 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 745 kg more than 1957 Austin A 55. 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 1957 Austin A 55. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 55 | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Austin | Tata |
| Model | A 55 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2425 mm |
