1988 Citroen Mehari vs. 2010 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i10 is newer by 22 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 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i10 (66 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i10 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 445 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, 2010 Hyundai i10 (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen Mehari | 2010 Hyundai i10 | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | Mehari | i10 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |