1984 Citroen Mehari vs. 1965 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1984 Citroen Mehari is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Skoda 1202 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Skoda 1202 (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Skoda 1202 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 550 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.
Because 1965 Skoda 1202 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 1965 Skoda 1202. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1965 Skoda 1202 (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Skoda 1202 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Mehari | 1965 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Citroen | Skoda |
Model | Mehari | 1202 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |