1979 Citroen Mehari vs. 1992 Citroen ZX
To start off, 1992 Citroen ZX is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen ZX (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen ZX weights approximately 549 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, 1992 Citroen ZX (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen Mehari | 1992 Citroen ZX | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Mehari | ZX |
Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |