1997 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2000 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2000 Mahindra CL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,522 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 50 kg more than 2000 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2000 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mahindra |
| Model | GTV | CL |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2040 mm |
