1988 Citroen Mehari vs. 2008 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 2008 Peugeot Partner is newer by 20 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 1,867 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot Partner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot Partner (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot Partner should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot Partner weights approximately 620 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, 2008 Peugeot Partner (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot Partner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Mehari | 2008 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Mehari | Partner |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 1867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
