1985 Lancia Y10 vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Y10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Y10 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Y10 (85 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Y10 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1985 Lancia Y10.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lancia Y10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Y10. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Y10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Y10 | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Lancia | Tata |
| Model | Y10 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2425 mm |
