1962 Holden FB Special 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 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Sumo (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Sumo weights approximately 700 kg more than 1962 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Holden FB Special. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Holden FB Special | 2007 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Holden | Tata |
| Model | FB Special | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2425 mm |
