1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 1983 Ferrari 126
To start off, both 1983 Citroen Mehari and 1983 Ferrari 126 were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 126 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 126 (594 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 565 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 126 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 126 weights approximately 25 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 1983 Ferrari 126 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 1983 Ferrari 126. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Mehari | 1983 Ferrari 126 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Mehari | 126 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 601 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 10500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
