1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Sumo (67 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 1146 kg more than 1978 Citroen Visa. 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 1978 Citroen Visa. 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 (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | Visa | Sumo |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 51 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |