1985 Citroen Mehari vs. 1956 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1985 Citroen Mehari is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Fiat Campagnola (36 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Mehari.
Because 1956 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1956 Fiat Campagnola (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Mehari | 1956 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Mehari | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2260 mm |
