1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1984 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1984 Citroen Mehari is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin A 99 (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 99 weights approximately 975 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.
Because 1963 Austin A 99 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 Austin A 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin A 99 | 1984 Citroen Mehari | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 99 | Mehari |
Year Released | 1963 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |