1981 Lancia Delta vs. 2009 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Tata Sumo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Sumo weights approximately 864 kg more than 1981 Lancia Delta.
Because 2009 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Delta | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Lancia | Tata |
| Model | Delta | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2425 mm |
