1979 Citroen Mehari vs. 2002 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2002 Nissan Altima is newer by 23 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 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Altima weights approximately 860 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, 2002 Nissan Altima (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Mehari. 2002 Nissan Altima 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. 2002 Nissan Altima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen Mehari | 2002 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Mehari | Altima |
Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 3505 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |