1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1979 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1979 Citroen Mehari is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 963 kg more than 1979 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Camaro | 1979 Citroen Mehari | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Camaro | Mehari |
Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |