1981 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2002 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2002 Mahindra CL is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mahindra CL weights approximately 300 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2002 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 2002 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2002 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mahindra |
| Model | Spider | CL |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2040 mm |
