1988 Citroen Mehari vs. 1966 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1988 Citroen Mehari is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Innocenti Mini (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Innocenti Mini weights approximately 105 kg more than 1988 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, 1966 Innocenti Mini (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Mehari | 1966 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Citroen | Innocenti |
| Model | Mehari | Mini |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2150 mm |
