1988 Citroen Mehari vs. 2007 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 339 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, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Mehari | 2007 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Mehari | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
