1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima is newer by 28 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Altima weights approximately 843 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, 2011 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Mehari | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Mehari | Altima |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2675 mm |