1980 Citroen Mehari vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Strada (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Mehari.
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 Fiat Strada (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (40 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen Mehari | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Mehari | Strada |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2718 mm |
