1984 Citroen Mehari vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2006 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 975 kg more than 1984 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, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Mehari | 2006 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | Mehari | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
