1972 Fiat 125 vs. 2009 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Tata Sumo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 125 (90 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Sumo weights approximately 920 kg more than 1972 Fiat 125.
Because 2009 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat 125. 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, 1972 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 125 | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | 125 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
