1981 Citroen Mehari vs. 2002 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 307 is newer by 21 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 806 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, 2002 Peugeot 307 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen Mehari | 2002 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | Mehari | 307 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1361 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2790 mm |