1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 1956 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1983 Citroen Mehari is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Fiat 1400 (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Fiat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1983 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Fiat 1400 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 1956 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1956 Fiat 1400 (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Mehari | 1956 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Mehari | 1400 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 1394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |