1956 Austin A 35 vs. 2005 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2005 Mahindra CL is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mahindra CL (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mahindra CL should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra CL weights approximately 551 kg more than 1956 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mahindra CL 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, 2005 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 35 | 2005 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Austin | Mahindra |
| Model | A 35 | CL |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 946 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 749 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
