1985 Citroen Mehari vs. 1992 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1992 Fiat Panda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 899 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Fiat Panda (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Fiat Panda weights approximately 140 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.
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, 1992 Fiat Panda (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Mehari | 1992 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Mehari | Panda |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2170 mm |
