1984 Citroen Mehari vs. 2001 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2001 Seat Ibiza is newer by 17 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 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Ibiza (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 460 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, 2001 Seat Ibiza (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Mehari | 2001 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Mehari | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 112 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 | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
