1984 Citroen Mehari vs. 1946 Lancia Ardea 3
To start off, 1984 Citroen Mehari is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Lancia Ardea 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Lancia Ardea 3 would be higher. At 903 cc, 1946 Lancia Ardea 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Mehari (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1946 Lancia Ardea 3. (28 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Mehari should accelerate faster than 1946 Lancia Ardea 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Lancia Ardea 3 weights approximately 119 kg more than 1984 Citroen Mehari.
Because 1946 Lancia Ardea 3 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 1946 Lancia Ardea 3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Mehari | 1946 Lancia Ardea 3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Mehari | Ardea 3 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 903 cc |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 28 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
