1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 1980 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Citroen Mehari is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Corolla (59 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 330 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 1980 Toyota Corolla 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 1980 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1980 Toyota Corolla (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Mehari | 1980 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Mehari | Corolla |
Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 39 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |