2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo vs. 2001 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mahindra CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mahindra CL would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mahindra CL weights approximately 154 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
Because 2001 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo | 2001 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mahindra |
| Model | MiTo | CL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2040 mm |
