1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 39 kg more than 1960 Ford Zodiac.
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, 1960 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Zodiac | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
Make | Ford | Mahindra |
Model | Zodiac | CL |
Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2040 mm |