1970 Skoda Octavia vs. 2007 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2007 Tata Sumo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Sumo (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (47 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Sumo weights approximately 828 kg more than 1970 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Skoda Octavia | 2007 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Skoda | Tata |
| Model | Octavia | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2425 mm |
