1982 Citroen Mehari vs. 2006 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 24 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Siena (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 612 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, 2006 Fiat Siena (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen Mehari | 2006 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Mehari | Siena |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 558 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
