1980 Citroen Mehari vs. 1969 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 1980 Citroen Mehari is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Subaru FF-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Subaru FF-1 would be higher. At 977 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Subaru FF-1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Subaru FF-1 (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Subaru FF-1 should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Subaru FF-1 weights approximately 140 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.
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, 1969 Subaru FF-1 (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (40 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Subaru FF-1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen Mehari | 1969 Subaru FF-1 | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Mehari | FF-1 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
