1986 Citroen Mehari vs. 1979 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1986 Citroen Mehari is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 985 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Kia Brisa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Kia Brisa (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Kia Brisa should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Kia Brisa weights approximately 237 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 1979 Kia Brisa 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 1979 Kia Brisa. 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, 1979 Kia Brisa (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Kia Brisa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Mehari | 1979 Kia Brisa | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Mehari | Brisa |
Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 792 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |