1979 Citroen Mehari vs. 1958 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1979 Citroen Mehari is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jeep CJ (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jeep CJ weights approximately 475 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 1958 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Jeep CJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 1958 Jeep CJ (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen Mehari | 1958 Jeep CJ | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | Mehari | CJ |
Year Released | 1979 | 1958 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2060 mm |