1988 Citroen Mehari vs. 1976 Fiat 130
To start off, 1988 Citroen Mehari is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 1047 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen Mehari | 1976 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Mehari | 130 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 3238 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 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |