1979 Citroen Mehari vs. 2011 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2011 Kia Rondo 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Rondo (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Rondo weights approximately 960 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 Kia Rondo (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Mehari. 2011 Kia Rondo 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. 2011 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen Mehari | 2011 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Mehari | Rondo |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |