1979 Citroen Mehari vs. 2008 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 29 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 1,240 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 330 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, 2008 Fiat Palio (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen Mehari | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Mehari | Palio |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 1240 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |