1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 1993 Steyr G-series
To start off, 1993 Steyr G-series is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Steyr G-series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Steyr G-series (123 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Steyr G-series should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Steyr G-series weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1983 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Steyr G-series is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Steyr G-series will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Steyr G-series (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Steyr G-series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Mehari | 1993 Steyr G-series | |
| Make | Citroen | Steyr |
| Model | Mehari | G-series |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 601 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
