1979 Citroen Mehari vs. 1989 Ferrari F1 89
To start off, 1989 Ferrari F1 89 is newer by 10 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 3,498 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari F1 89 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F1 89 (593 HP @ 12500 RPM) has 564 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F1 89 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen Mehari weights approximately 40 kg more than 1989 Ferrari F1 89.
Because 1989 Ferrari F1 89 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 1989 Ferrari F1 89. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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.
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1979 Citroen Mehari | 1989 Ferrari F1 89 | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | Mehari | F1 89 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 593 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 12500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2140 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |