1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 1983 Pininfarina Coupe
To start off, both 1983 Citroen Mehari and 1983 Pininfarina Coupe were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Pininfarina Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pininfarina Coupe (125 HP) has 96 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pininfarina Coupe should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Pininfarina Coupe (176 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm). This means 1983 Pininfarina Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Mehari | 1983 Pininfarina Coupe | |
Make | Citroen | Pininfarina |
Model | Mehari | Coupe |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 125 HP |
Torque | 39 Nm | 176 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |