1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 1987 Citroen Mehari is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,237 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1987 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Fiat 130 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 1973 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari. 1973 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 1987 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1987 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen Mehari | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Mehari | 130 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 3237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |