1988 Citroen Mehari vs. 2007 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Accent 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 1,493 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Accent (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 763 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 Hyundai Accent (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen Mehari | 2007 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | Mehari | Accent |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |