1980 Citroen Mehari vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 32 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 496 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Mehari.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (40 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen Mehari | 2012 Audi R8 | |
Make | Citroen | Audi |
Model | Mehari | R8 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 525 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2649 mm |