1976 Lada 1200 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 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Sumo (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1976 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 852 kg more than 1976 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Lada 1200. 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, 2012 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lada 1200 | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Lada | Tata |
| Model | 1200 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 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 | 948 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2425 mm |
