1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2008 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2008 Tata Sumo is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 850 (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 850 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Sumo weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850.
Because 2008 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 850. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 2008 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Abarth | Tata |
Model | 850 | Sumo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2425 mm |