1982 Citroen Mehari vs. 1971 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1982 Citroen Mehari is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1971 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 382 kg more than 1982 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, 1971 Mazda Cosmo (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen Mehari | 1971 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Mehari | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 558 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2210 mm |
