1971 Fiat 850 vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Sumo (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 850.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 850. 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 (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 850 | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | 850 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2425 mm |
