1999 Mahindra CL vs. 1981 Morgan 4
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Morgan 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 570 kg more than 1981 Morgan 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, 1999 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mahindra CL | 1981 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Mahindra | Morgan |
Model | CL | 4 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2450 mm |