1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2008 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2008 Tata Sumo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (164 HP) has 97 more horse power than 2008 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Sumo weights approximately 765 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 2008 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2008 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
| Model | 2600 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
