1970 Fiat Dino 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 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Sumo weights approximately 400 kg more than 1970 Fiat Dino.
Because 2009 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Fiat Dino. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat Dino | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Fiat | Tata |
Model | Dino | Sumo |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2416 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2425 mm |