1982 Citroen Mehari vs. 1995 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1995 Lancia Zeta is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 1092 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, 1995 Lancia Zeta (236 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Citroen Mehari | 1995 Lancia Zeta | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | Mehari | Zeta |
Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 558 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |