1968 Mazda 1000 vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda 1000 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 20 more horse power than 1968 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1968 Mazda 1000. 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 1968 Mazda 1000. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda 1000 | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | 1000 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2425 mm |
