1998 Fiat Punto vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Sumo (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 954 kg more than 1998 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Punto | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | Punto | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2425 mm |
