1979 Citroen Mehari vs. 1983 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1983 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 4 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (81 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 365 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, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen Mehari | 1983 Fiat Ritmo | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Mehari | Ritmo |
Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 81 HP |
Torque | 39 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |