2011 Tata Sumo vs. 1961 MG MGA
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 MG MGA (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 900 kg more than 1961 MG MGA.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 MG MGA. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Tata Sumo | 1961 MG MGA | |
| Make | Tata | MG |
| Model | Sumo | MGA |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1961 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4258 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1726 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1925 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2425 mm | 2390 mm |
