1981 Citroen Mehari vs. 1974 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1981 Citroen Mehari is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 602 cc (2 cylinders), 1981 Citroen Mehari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda Chante (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda Chante should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Citroen Mehari weights approximately 65 kg more than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda Chante (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda Chante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen Mehari | 1974 Mazda Chante | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Mehari | Chante |
Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 359 cc |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2210 mm |