1980 Citroen Mehari vs. 1976 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1980 Citroen Mehari is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Daihatsu Taft (66 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 505 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 1976 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Daihatsu Taft 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, 1976 Daihatsu Taft (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (40 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen Mehari | 1976 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | Mehari | Taft |
Year Released | 1980 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2030 mm |