1966 Innocenti Mini 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 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Sumo (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1966 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Innocenti Mini. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Innocenti Mini | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Innocenti | Tata |
| Model | Mini | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2425 mm |
