1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1983 Citroen Mehari is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 944 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Simca 1000 (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Simca 1000 weights approximately 175 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Simca 1000 (73 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm). This means 1961 Simca 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Mehari | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | Mehari | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 601 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |
