1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans
To start off, 1983 Citroen Mehari is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans would be higher. At 1,096 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans (84 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen Mehari weights approximately 145 kg more than 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans.
Because 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans 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 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. 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.
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1983 Citroen Mehari | 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | Mehari | XI Le Mans |
Year Released | 1983 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 1096 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2240 mm |