1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto 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 1994 Fiat Punto.
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, 1994 Fiat Punto, 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Fiat | Mahindra |
| Model | Punto | CL |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2040 mm |
