1984 Citroen Mehari vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1984 Citroen Mehari is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flavia (92 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 633 kg more than 1984 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, 1963 Lancia Flavia (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Mehari | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | Mehari | Flavia |
Year Released | 1984 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |