1960 Jaguar MK II vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 350 kg more than 1960 Jaguar MK II.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Jaguar MK II. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar MK II | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Tata |
| Model | MK II | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2425 mm |
