1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2007 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2007 Tata Sumo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2007 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Sumo weights approximately 685 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 2007 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2007 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
Model | 2600 | Sumo |
Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 1115 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2425 mm |