1978 Lada 1600 vs. 2006 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2006 Tata Sumo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1600 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lada 1600 (78 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lada 1600 should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Sumo weights approximately 850 kg more than 1978 Lada 1600.
Because 2006 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Lada 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1978 Lada 1600 (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Lada 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lada 1600 | 2006 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Lada | Tata |
| Model | 1600 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
