1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback is newer by 23 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 955 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 2006 Subaru Outback 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, 2006 Subaru Outback 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, 2006 Subaru Outback (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Mehari | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Mehari | Outback |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 601 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
