1982 Citroen Mehari vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1982 Citroen Mehari is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Belmont (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 797 kg more than 1982 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Holden Belmont is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Citroen Mehari, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Holden Belmont (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Citroen Mehari | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Citroen | Holden |
Model | Mehari | Belmont |
Year Released | 1982 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 5025 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 558 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |