1968 Fiat 500 vs. 2010 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2010 Tata Sumo is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Sumo (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Sumo weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 500. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 500 | 2010 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Fiat | Tata |
Model | 500 | Sumo |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2425 mm |