2011 Tata Sumo vs. 1962 MG Midget
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Sumo (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1962 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1962 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1962 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 MG Midget. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Tata Sumo | 1962 MG Midget | |
| Make | Tata | MG |
| Model | Sumo | Midget |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| 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 | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4258 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1726 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1925 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2425 mm | 2032 mm |
