1965 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2010 Tata Sumo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2010 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Sumo weights approximately 350 kg more than 1965 Citroen DS.
Because 2010 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Citroen DS | 2010 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | DS | Sumo |
Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2425 mm |