1975 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 2010 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2010 Tata Sumo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Sumo weights approximately 885 kg more than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Because 2010 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (117 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste | 2010 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Tata |
| Model | Celeste | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2425 mm |
