1982 Citroen Mehari vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 1998 Rover 400 is newer by 16 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 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 400 weights approximately 562 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, 1998 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Citroen Mehari | 1998 Rover 400 | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | Mehari | 400 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 558 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |