1973 Lancia Beta vs. 2008 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2008 Tata Sumo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Sumo weights approximately 800 kg more than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Because 2008 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Lancia Beta | 2008 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Lancia | Tata |
Model | Beta | Sumo |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2425 mm |