1980 Citroen Mehari vs. 2012 Daewoo Rezzo
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 32 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Daewoo Rezzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daewoo Rezzo (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daewoo Rezzo should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daewoo Rezzo weights approximately 792 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, 2012 Daewoo Rezzo (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (40 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Daewoo Rezzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen Mehari | 2012 Daewoo Rezzo | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | Mehari | Rezzo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
