1963 AC Aceca vs. 1982 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1982 Citroen Mehari is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 AC Aceca weights approximately 336 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 1963 AC Aceca 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 1963 AC Aceca. 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, 1963 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Aceca | 1982 Citroen Mehari | |
Make | AC | Citroen |
Model | Aceca | Mehari |
Year Released | 1963 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |