1965 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2006 Tata Sumo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin A 90 (120 HP) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Sumo weights approximately 310 kg more than 1965 Austin A 90.
Because 2006 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1965 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 90 | 2006 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Austin | Tata |
| Model | A 90 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
