1991 Citroen AX vs. 2008 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2008 Tata Sumo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen AX would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Tata Sumo (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1991 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Sumo weights approximately 1078 kg more than 1991 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Citroen AX. 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, 2008 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen AX | 2008 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | AX | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2425 mm |
