1975 Ford Torino vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 150 kg more than 1975 Ford Torino.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Torino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1975 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Torino | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Torino | Sumo |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2425 mm |