1999 Mahindra CL vs. 1971 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Subaru Leone (79 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 455 kg more than 1971 Subaru Leone.
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, 1971 Subaru Leone, 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru Leone. (109 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 1971 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Mahindra | Subaru |
| Model | CL | Leone |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2450 mm |
