1982 Citroen Mehari vs. 1984 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1984 Lancia Beta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 1,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Beta (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Beta weights approximately 442 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, 1984 Lancia Beta (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Citroen Mehari | 1984 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | Mehari | Beta |
Year Released | 1982 | 1984 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 558 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |