1985 Citroen Mehari vs. 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy

To start off, 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy is newer by 18 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy (133 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy weights approximately 195 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 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy 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 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy. 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, 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy (178 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Mehari.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Citroen Mehari 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy
Make Citroen Pininfarina
Model Mehari Enjoy
Year Released 1985 2003
Engine Size 602 cc 1794 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 29 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 39 Nm 178 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4850 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 555 kg 750 kg
Vehicle Length 3530 mm 3750 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1080 mm


 

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