1996 Citroen ZX vs. 1982 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1996 Citroen ZX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen ZX (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen ZX weights approximately 457 kg more than 1982 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, 1996 Citroen ZX (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 1982 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | ZX | Mehari |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
