2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2001 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda 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 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mahindra CL weights approximately 160 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 2001 Mahindra CL | |
Make | Fiat | Mahindra |
Model | Panda | CL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 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 | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2040 mm |