1982 Austin Marina vs. 1981 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1982 Austin Marina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Austin Marina (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Austin Marina weights approximately 327 kg more than 1981 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Austin Marina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Citroen Mehari, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Austin Marina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 1981 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Marina | Mehari |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
