1959 Fiat 1200 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 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Sumo (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 895 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1200. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1200 | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Fiat | Tata |
Model | 1200 | Sumo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2425 mm |