1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alpine A 110 (93 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 1088 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 110.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alpine A 110. 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, 1976 Alpine A 110 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Alpine | Tata |
| Model | A 110 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2410 mm |
