1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 186 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1999 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mahindra |
| Model | 2600 | CL |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2040 mm |
