1999 AC Cobra vs. 1980 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 19 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Cobra weights approximately 470 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.
Because 1999 AC Cobra 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 1999 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1999 AC Cobra (522 Nm) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (40 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 1980 Citroen Mehari | |
Make | AC | Citroen |
Model | Cobra | Mehari |
Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 40 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |