1985 Citroen Mehari vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 25 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 585 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 2010 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Mehari | Panda |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |