1982 Citroen Mehari vs. 1983 Mini MK V
To start off, 1983 Mini MK V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mini MK V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mini MK V (41 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mini MK V should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mini MK V weights approximately 67 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Mini MK V (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Mini MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen Mehari | 1983 Mini MK V | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | Mehari | MK V |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 558 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |
