1980 Citroen Mehari vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1980 Citroen Mehari is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 1,818 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu 117 (100 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 500 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 1968 Isuzu 117 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Isuzu 117. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Citroen Mehari, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Isuzu 117 (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (40 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen Mehari | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
Model | Mehari | 117 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |