1970 Subaru FF-1 vs. 2010 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2010 Tata Sumo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Subaru FF-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Subaru FF-1 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Subaru FF-1 (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Subaru FF-1 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Sumo weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1970 Subaru FF-1.
Because 2010 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Subaru FF-1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Subaru FF-1. (103 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Subaru FF-1.
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1970 Subaru FF-1 | 2010 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Subaru | Tata |
Model | FF-1 | Sumo |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1267 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2425 mm |