1984 Citroen Mehari vs. 1982 Zastava 102
To start off, 1984 Citroen Mehari is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Zastava 102. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Zastava 102 would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Zastava 102 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Zastava 102 (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Zastava 102 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Zastava 102 weights approximately 215 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Zastava 102 (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Zastava 102 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Mehari | 1982 Zastava 102 | |
Make | Citroen | Zastava |
Model | Mehari | 102 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1982 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2160 mm |