1970 Fiat 500 vs. 2002 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2002 Mahindra CL is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mahindra CL (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mahindra CL should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mahindra CL weights approximately 790 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 500 | 2002 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Fiat | Mahindra |
| Model | 500 | CL |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
