1978 Volkswagen Citi 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 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 852 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Citi.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Volkswagen Citi | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Tata |
| Model | Citi | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2425 mm |
