1966 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2009 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Tata Sumo is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Sumo (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Sumo weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Tata |
| Model | Bianchina | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2425 mm |
