1988 Citroen Mehari vs. 1969 Fiat 850
To start off, 1988 Citroen Mehari is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 850 (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 850 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 850 weights approximately 180 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.
Because 1969 Fiat 850 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 1969 Fiat 850. 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, 1969 Fiat 850 (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen Mehari | 1969 Fiat 850 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Mehari | 850 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |