1966 Marcos 1500 vs. 2006 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2006 Tata Sumo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1500 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Marcos 1500 (85 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Marcos 1500 should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Sumo weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Because 2006 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Marcos 1500. 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, 1966 Marcos 1500 (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Marcos 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Marcos 1500 | 2006 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Marcos | Tata |
| Model | 1500 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
