1981 Citroen Mehari vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 26 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 2,946 cc, 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 1132 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen Mehari | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Mehari | 407 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2946 cc |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
