1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 1995 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1995 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 12 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 1045 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 1995 Lamborghini Diablo 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 1995 Lamborghini Diablo. 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, 1995 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Mehari | 1995 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
Model | Mehari | Diablo |
Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |