1981 Citroen Mehari vs. 1973 Renault 15
To start off, 1981 Citroen Mehari is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Renault 15 weights approximately 410 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, 1973 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen Mehari | 1973 Renault 15 | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Mehari | 15 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |