1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, both 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 and 1999 Mahindra CL were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146, 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mahindra |
Model | 146 | CL |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2040 mm |