1983 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2005 Mahindra CL is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra CL weights approximately 260 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2005 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Mahindra CL | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mahindra |
Model | Spider | CL |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2040 mm |