1970 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2009 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Tata Sumo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Sumo weights approximately 760 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 2009 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
Model | GTV | Sumo |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 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 Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2425 mm |