1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 830 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
| Model | Giulia | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2425 mm |
