1979 Citroen Mehari vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 1979 Citroen Mehari is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Saab 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Saab 95 would be higher. At 841 cc (3 cylinders), 1959 Saab 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Saab 95 (37 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Saab 95 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Saab 95 weights approximately 355 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1959 Saab 95 (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Saab 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen Mehari | 1959 Saab 95 | |
Make | Citroen | Saab |
Model | Mehari | 95 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 841 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |