1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2000 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2000 Mahindra CL is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 2,522 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mahindra CL weights approximately 190 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Because 2000 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Fiat Tipo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2000 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Fiat | Mahindra |
| Model | Tipo | CL |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1927 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2040 mm |
