1962 Mazda R 360 vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Sumo (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 1420 kg more than 1962 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Mazda R 360 | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | R 360 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2425 mm |
