1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1982 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1982 Citroen Mehari is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin A 40 (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 40 weights approximately 472 kg more than 1982 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Austin A 40 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 1956 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1956 Austin A 40 (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 1982 Citroen Mehari | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 40 | Mehari |
Year Released | 1956 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |