1989 Lancia Delta vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 740 kg more than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lancia Delta. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Delta. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Delta | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Lancia | Tata |
| Model | Delta | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1060 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 |
