1980 Citroen Mehari vs. 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry
To start off, 1980 Citroen Mehari is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry weights approximately 90 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, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (40 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen Mehari | 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry | |
| Make | Citroen | Datsun |
| Model | Mehari | 100A Cherry |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
