1986 Citroen Mehari vs. 1953 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1986 Citroen Mehari is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Skoda 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Skoda 1200 (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Skoda 1200 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1986 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Skoda 1200 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 1953 Skoda 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1953 Skoda 1200 (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Skoda 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Mehari | 1953 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Citroen | Skoda |
Model | Mehari | 1200 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |