1988 Citroen Mehari vs. 1984 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1988 Citroen Mehari is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Talbot 1510 (63 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Talbot 1510 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 525 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, 1984 Talbot 1510 (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen Mehari | 1984 Talbot 1510 | |
Make | Citroen | Talbot |
Model | Mehari | 1510 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 63 HP |
Torque | 39 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |