1966 Innocenti Mini vs. 2001 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2001 Mahindra CL is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mahindra CL (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mahindra CL should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mahindra CL weights approximately 670 kg more than 1966 Innocenti Mini. 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 1966 Innocenti Mini. 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, 2001 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Innocenti Mini | 2001 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mahindra |
| Model | Mini | CL |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2040 mm |
