1975 Lancia Beta vs. 2001 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2001 Mahindra CL is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mahindra CL weights approximately 264 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Because 2001 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 2001 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Lancia | Mahindra |
| Model | Beta | CL |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2040 mm |
