1981 Citroen Mehari vs. 1961 Fiat Grand Break
To start off, 1981 Citroen Mehari is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Grand Break. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Grand Break would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Grand Break (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 715 kg more than 1981 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, 1961 Fiat Grand Break (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen Mehari | 1961 Fiat Grand Break | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Mehari | Grand Break |
Year Released | 1981 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |