1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 168 kg more than 1999 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mahindra |
| Model | Alfa 6 | CL |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2040 mm |
