1980 Citroen Mehari vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1980 Citroen Mehari is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Simca 1301 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Simca 1301 should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Simca 1301 weights approximately 455 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (40 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen Mehari | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Citroen | Simca |
Model | Mehari | 1301 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |