1985 Citroen Mehari vs. 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1985 Citroen Mehari is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (34 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 265 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 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia 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 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 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, 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen Mehari | 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Mehari | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1985 | 1965 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |