1980 Citroen Mehari vs. 1948 Jeep CJ3A
To start off, 1980 Citroen Mehari is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jeep CJ3A (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jeep CJ3A should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 555 kg more than 1980 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Jeep CJ3A will offer significantly more control. 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, 1948 Jeep CJ3A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (40 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1948 Jeep CJ3A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen Mehari | 1948 Jeep CJ3A | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | Mehari | CJ3A |
Year Released | 1980 | 1948 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |