2004 Fiat Punto vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2004 Fiat Punto is newer by 5 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, 2004 Fiat Punto (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 262 kg more than 2004 Fiat Punto.
Because 1999 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Punto. 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, 2004 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Fiat | Mahindra |
| Model | Punto | CL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2040 mm |
