1999 Mahindra CL vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mahindra CL should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 216 kg more than 1974 Simca 1301. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Mahindra | Simca |
| Model | CL | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2530 mm |
