1961 Austin 7 vs. 2009 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Tata Sumo is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Sumo (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Sumo weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1961 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Austin | Tata |
Model | 7 | Sumo |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2425 mm |