1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2007 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2007 Tata Sumo is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1500 (80 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Tata Sumo. (69 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Sumo weights approximately 810 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 2007 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 2007 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Fiat | Tata |
Model | 1500 | Sumo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 69 HP |
Torque | 104 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 169 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 | 990 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 |