1981 Citroen Mehari vs. 2006 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 2006 Peugeot Partner is newer by 25 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot Partner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot Partner (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot Partner should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot Partner weights approximately 645 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, 2006 Peugeot Partner (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot Partner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen Mehari | 2006 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Mehari | Partner |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
