1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 2010 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2010 Tata Sumo is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2010 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Sumo weights approximately 657 kg more than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
Because 2010 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 2010 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Tata |
| Model | 3000 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2911 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 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 | 1143 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2425 mm |
