1990 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2008 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2008 Tata Sumo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (189 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2008 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Sumo weights approximately 495 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75.
Because 2008 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2008 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
| Model | 75 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2425 mm |
