1986 Citroen Mehari vs. 1985 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1986 Citroen Mehari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Westfield ZEI weights approximately 170 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 1985 Westfield ZEI 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 1985 Westfield ZEI. 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, 1985 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Mehari | 1985 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Citroen | Westfield |
Model | Mehari | ZEI |
Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |