1979 Citroen Mehari vs. 1999 Infiniti I
To start off, 1999 Infiniti I is newer by 20 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti I weights approximately 955 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, 1999 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Mehari. 1999 Infiniti I has automatic transmission and 1979 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1979 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Infiniti I will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen Mehari | 1999 Infiniti I | |
Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
Model | Mehari | I |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |