1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 26 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 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 945 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Mehari | 2009 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mehari | Colt |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 601 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
