1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2007 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2007 Tata Sumo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (86 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Sumo weights approximately 895 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 2007 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Tata Sumo (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2007 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
| Model | 33 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
