1958 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2009 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Tata Sumo is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Sumo (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Sumo weights approximately 1136 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin-Healey Sprite | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Tata |
Model | Sprite | Sumo |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 124 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 | 664 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2425 mm |