1980 Citroen Mehari vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1980 Citroen Mehari is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 760 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 1969 Holden Monaro 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 1969 Holden Monaro. 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, 1969 Holden Monaro (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (40 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen Mehari | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | Mehari | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 3032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
