1982 Citroen Mehari vs. 1976 Renault 20
To start off, 1982 Citroen Mehari is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 20 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 20 (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 20 should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 20 weights approximately 617 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.
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, 1976 Renault 20 (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Citroen Mehari | 1976 Renault 20 | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Mehari | 20 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1647 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 558 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |