1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 2005 Maserati Coupe

To start off, 2005 Maserati Coupe is newer by 22 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 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Coupe (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 1015 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 2005 Maserati Coupe 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 2005 Maserati Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 2005 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Citroen Mehari 2005 Maserati Coupe
Make Citroen Maserati
Model Mehari Coupe
Year Released 1983 2005
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 601 cc 4254 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 29 HP 395 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 39 Nm 452 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 555 kg 1570 kg
Vehicle Length 3530 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2670 mm


 

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