1980 Citroen Mehari vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1980 Citroen Mehari is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 985 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Familia (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Familia weights approximately 235 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Familia (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (40 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen Mehari | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Mehari | Familia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2200 mm |
