2010 Tata Sumo vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Tata Sumo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Tata Sumo would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Sumo (67 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Sumo weights approximately 915 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Tata Sumo | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Tata | Fiat |
| Model | Sumo | Panda |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
