2009 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 870 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat 500. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat 500 | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Fiat | Tata |
Model | 500 | Sumo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2425 mm |