1974 Lancia Beta vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 760 kg more than 1974 Lancia Beta.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Tata Sumo (223 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lancia Beta | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Lancia | Tata |
| Model | Beta | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2425 mm |
