1958 Austin A 95 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 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin A 95 (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Sumo weights approximately 444 kg more than 1958 Austin A 95.
Because 2008 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Austin A 95. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A 95 | 2008 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Austin | Tata |
Model | A 95 | Sumo |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2425 mm |