1979 Citroen Mehari vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1980 Nissan Stanza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 400 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen Mehari | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Mehari | Stanza |
Year Released | 1979 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |