1985 Citroen Mehari vs. 2002 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2002 Fiat Palio is newer by 17 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Palio (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Palio weights approximately 470 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, 2002 Fiat Palio (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen Mehari | 2002 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Mehari | Palio |
Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |