1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1987 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1987 Citroen Mehari is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Austin Maestro (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Maestro weights approximately 465 kg more than 1987 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 Austin Maestro (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1987 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Maestro | Mehari |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
