1970 Fiat 124 vs. 2005 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2005 Mahindra CL is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 124 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra CL weights approximately 340 kg more than 1970 Fiat 124.
Because 2005 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Fiat 124. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 124. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 124 | 2005 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Fiat | Mahindra |
| Model | 124 | CL |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2040 mm |
