1984 Citroen Mehari vs. 1996 Renault Fifties
To start off, 1996 Renault Fifties is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Fifties is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Fifties (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Fifties should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Fifties weights approximately 235 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 1996 Renault Fifties 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 1996 Renault Fifties. 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, 1996 Renault Fifties (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Fifties will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Mehari | 1996 Renault Fifties | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Mehari | Fifties |
Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |