1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2009 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Tata Sumo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Sumo weights approximately 990 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 2009 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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 (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (112 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
| Model | Alfasud | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
