1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Alpine A 106. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Alpine | Tata |
| Model | A 106 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| 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 | 0 HP | 69 HP |
| 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 | 530 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 |
