1999 Mahindra CL vs. 1954 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Morgan Plus 4 (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 390 kg more than 1954 Morgan Plus 4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1954 Morgan Plus 4 (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1954 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mahindra CL | 1954 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Mahindra | Morgan |
Model | CL | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2440 mm |