1979 Citroen Mehari vs. 2000 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 2000 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 21 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 505 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, 2000 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen Mehari | 2000 Fiat Barchetta | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Mehari | Barchetta |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2280 mm |