2003 Mahindra CL vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2003 Mahindra CL is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 63 kg more than 2003 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mahindra CL | 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Mahindra | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | CL | 164 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2670 mm |
