1982 Citroen Mehari vs. 2007 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 25 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Ignis (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 527 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 2007 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Ignis will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Suzuki Ignis (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen Mehari | 2007 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Mehari | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 558 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
