1974 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2002 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2002 Mahindra CL is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mahindra CL weights approximately 256 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 2002 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2002 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mahindra |
| Model | GTV | CL |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2040 mm |
