1998 Chevrolet Metro vs. 1980 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Metro is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 999 cc (3 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Metro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Metro (53 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Metro should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Metro weights approximately 345 kg more than 1980 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, 1998 Chevrolet Metro (79 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (40 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Metro | 1980 Citroen Mehari | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Metro | Mehari |
Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |