1981 Citroen Mehari vs. 1998 Ford Libre
To start off, 1998 Ford Libre is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Libre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Libre (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Libre should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Libre weights approximately 743 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.
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, 1998 Ford Libre (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Libre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen Mehari | 1998 Ford Libre | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Mehari | Libre |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1298 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
