1979 Avanti Avanti vs. 1983 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1983 Citroen Mehari is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1983 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Avanti Avanti 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 1979 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1979 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Avanti Avanti | 1983 Citroen Mehari | |
Make | Avanti | Citroen |
Model | Avanti | Mehari |
Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 443 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |