2001 Mahindra CL vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2001 Mahindra CL is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mahindra CL weights approximately 400 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mahindra CL | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Mahindra | Volkswagen |
| Model | CL | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
