1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Sumo (67 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 1415 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Tata Sumo (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (37 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Tata |
Model | Fellow | Sumo |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 37 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 465 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2410 mm |