1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 2007 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2007 Tata Sumo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alpine A 310 (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Sumo weights approximately 975 kg more than 1972 Alpine A 310.
Because 2007 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Alpine A 310. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alpine A 310 | 2007 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Alpine | Tata |
| Model | A 310 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2425 mm |
