1984 Lancia Trevi vs. 2009 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Tata Sumo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Trevi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Trevi would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Trevi (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Trevi should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Sumo weights approximately 655 kg more than 1984 Lancia Trevi.
Because 2009 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lancia Trevi. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Trevi. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Trevi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Trevi | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Lancia | Tata |
| Model | Trevi | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2425 mm |
