1985 Citroen Mehari vs. 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1985 Citroen Mehari is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa weights approximately 129 kg more than 1985 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen Mehari | 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | Mehari | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 1985 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2260 mm |