1968 Lotus Europa vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lotus Europa (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 620 kg more than 1968 Lotus Europa.
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, 1999 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lotus Europa | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
Make | Lotus | Mahindra |
Model | Europa | CL |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2040 mm |