1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 407 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300.
Because 1999 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda 1300. 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, 1999 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Honda | Mahindra |
| Model | 1300 | CL |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2523 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2040 mm |
