1959 Ford Popular vs. 2006 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2006 Tata Sumo is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Tata Sumo (67 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Sumo weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1959 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Tata Sumo (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Popular | 2006 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Popular | Sumo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 63 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |