1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2001 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2001 Mahindra CL is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2001 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2001 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mahindra |
| Model | 2600 | CL |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2040 mm |
