1992 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2005 Mahindra CL is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mahindra CL (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Panda. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mahindra CL should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra CL weights approximately 605 kg more than 1992 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Fiat Panda. 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, 2005 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Panda | 2005 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Fiat | Mahindra |
| Model | Panda | CL |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2040 mm |
