1949 Austin 16 vs. 1981 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1981 Citroen Mehari is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Austin 16 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin 16 should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin 16 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1981 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Austin 16 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Citroen Mehari, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1949 Austin 16 (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1949 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin 16 | 1981 Citroen Mehari | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | 16 | Mehari |
Year Released | 1949 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |