1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 2008 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2008 Tata Sumo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Tata Sumo (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Sumo weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1958 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Alpine A 106. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alpine A 106 | 2008 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Alpine | Tata |
| Model | A 106 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2425 mm |
