1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 1998 Peugeot 206
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 206 is newer by 15 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 206 (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 399 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, 1998 Peugeot 206 (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Mehari | 1998 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | Mehari | 206 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 954 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |