1981 Citroen Mehari vs. 2013 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2013 Nissan Versa is newer by 32 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Versa (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Versa weights approximately 569 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, 2013 Nissan Versa (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen Mehari | 2013 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Mehari | Versa |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4455 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
