1982 Citroen Mehari vs. 2005 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2005 Opel Speedster is newer by 23 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), 2005 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Speedster weights approximately 447 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 2005 Opel Speedster 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 2005 Opel Speedster. 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, 2005 Opel Speedster (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen Mehari | 2005 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Mehari | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 558 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
