1981 Fiat Strada vs. 2008 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2008 Tata Sumo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Strada (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Sumo weights approximately 820 kg more than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Because 2008 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Strada. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Strada | 2008 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | Strada | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2425 mm |
