1999 Mahindra CL vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mahindra CL (62 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mahindra CL should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 260 kg more than 1965 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Mahindra | Wartburg |
| Model | CL | 311 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2460 mm |
