2005 Tata Sumo vs. 1969 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 2005 Tata Sumo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Tata Sumo (67 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata Sumo weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Tata Sumo (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Tata Sumo | 1969 Toyota Sport 800 | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Sumo | Sport 800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
