1981 Citroen Mehari vs. 2011 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2011 Fiat Strada is newer by 30 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Strada (86 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Mehari.
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, 2011 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen Mehari | 2011 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Mehari | Strada |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2718 mm |
