1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (104 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 300 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (206 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
