1950 Austin A135 vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Austin A135 (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1999 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1950 Austin A135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A135 | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
Make | Austin | Mahindra |
Model | A135 | CL |
Year Released | 1950 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2040 mm |