1977 Fiat 127 vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Sumo (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1977 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Fiat 127. 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 127 | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | 127 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2425 mm |
