1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (81 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (69 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 880 kg more than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | Ritmo | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 69 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2425 mm |
