1988 Citroen Mehari vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 25 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 1055 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.
Because 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen Mehari, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Mehari. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage has automatic transmission and 1988 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1988 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Mehari | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Citroen | Aston Martin |
| Model | Mehari | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2601 mm |
