1988 Citroen Mehari vs. 1964 Seat 600
To start off, 1988 Citroen Mehari is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Seat 600 would be higher. At 767 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Seat 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen Mehari (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1964 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen Mehari should accelerate faster than 1964 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Seat 600 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1988 Citroen Mehari.
Because 1964 Seat 600 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 1964 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1964 Seat 600 (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Seat 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Mehari | 1964 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Mehari | 600 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
