1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 2010 Fiat Linea
To start off, 2010 Fiat Linea is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Linea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Linea (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Linea should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Linea weights approximately 630 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.
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, 2010 Fiat Linea (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Linea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Mehari | 2010 Fiat Linea | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Mehari | Linea |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
