1981 Citroen Mehari vs. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 28 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 387 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, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen Mehari | 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | Mehari | Sirion |
Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |