1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alpine A 310 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 405 kg more than 1974 Alpine A 310.
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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alpine A 310 | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
Make | Alpine | Mahindra |
Model | A 310 | CL |
Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2040 mm |