1986 Citroen Mehari vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 27 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 979 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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Mehari. 2013 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 1986 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1986 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Citroen Mehari | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Mehari | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2113 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2911 mm |