2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2010 Tata Sumo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (84 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Sumo weights approximately 650 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Because 2010 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 2010 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | Punto | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2425 mm |
