1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 1999 Honda Capa
To start off, 1999 Honda Capa is newer by 16 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Capa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Capa (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Capa should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Capa weights approximately 525 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, 1999 Honda Capa (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Capa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari. 1999 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 1983 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1983 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Mehari | 1999 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Mehari | Capa |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 601 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
