1981 Lancia Beta vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 230 kg more than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Because 1999 Mahindra CL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Mahindra CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Beta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Beta | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Lancia | Mahindra |
| Model | Beta | CL |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2040 mm |
