1980 Citroen Mehari vs. 1991 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1991 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Mehari.
Because 1991 Italdesign Nazca 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 1991 Italdesign Nazca. 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, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (40 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen Mehari | 1991 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | Citroen | Italdesign |
Model | Mehari | Nazca |
Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |