1979 Citroen Mehari vs. 1997 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 18 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 290 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, 1997 Daihatsu Charade (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen Mehari | 1997 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | Mehari | Charade |
Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |