1973 Honda Z vs. 2010 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2010 Tata Sumo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Z would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Sumo (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1973 Honda Z. (32 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Sumo weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1973 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda Z. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Z. (43 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Z | 2010 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | Z | Sumo |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 32 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 43 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3140 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2425 mm |