1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2010 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2010 Tata Sumo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Sumo weights approximately 665 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2010 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
| Model | 145 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2425 mm |
