1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1988 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1988 Citroen Mehari is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin A 55 (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin A 55 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 55 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1988 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Austin A 55 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 1961 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1961 Austin A 55 (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 55 | 1988 Citroen Mehari | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 55 | Mehari |
Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |