1985 Citroen Mehari vs. 1999 Nissan C 52
To start off, 1999 Nissan C 52 is newer by 14 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 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Nissan C 52 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan C 52 (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan C 52 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan C 52 weights approximately 711 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Nissan C 52 (354 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan C 52 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Mehari. 1999 Nissan C 52 has automatic transmission and 1985 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1985 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan C 52 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Mehari | 1999 Nissan C 52 | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Mehari | C 52 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1266 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
