1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 1991 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1991 Peugeot 405 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Peugeot 405 (90 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 535 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.
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, 1991 Peugeot 405 (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Mehari | 1991 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Mehari | 405 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 601 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
