1959 Austin Princess 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 Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2010 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin Princess weights approximately 380 kg more than 2010 Tata Sumo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin Princess. 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 Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1959 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin Princess | 2010 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Austin | Tata |
Model | Princess | Sumo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2425 mm |