1981 Citroen Mehari vs. 1999 Seat Formula
To start off, 1999 Seat Formula is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Formula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Formula (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Formula should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Formula weights approximately 345 kg more than 1981 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Seat Formula is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Seat Formula will offer significantly more control. 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 Seat Formula (301 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Formula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen Mehari | 1999 Seat Formula | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Mehari | Formula |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
