1986 Citroen Mehari vs. 2006 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 307 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 307 (175 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 935 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Peugeot 307 (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Mehari | 2006 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Mehari | 307 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
