2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mahindra CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mahindra CL would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 192 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Because 1999 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mahindra CL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Fiat Palio (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Fiat | Mahindra |
| Model | Palio | CL |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2040 mm |
