1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2003 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2003 Mahindra CL is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mahindra CL weights approximately 622 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Because 2003 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2003 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Abarth | Mahindra |
| Model | 1000 | CL |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2040 mm |
