1954 Citroen 15 vs. 1984 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1984 Citroen Mehari is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Citroen 15 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1984 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1954 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Citroen 15 | 1984 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | 15 | Mehari |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |
