1979 Citroen Mehari vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 is newer by 32 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i30 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 816 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, 2011 Hyundai i30 (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen Mehari | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Mehari | i30 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 601 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1371 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
