1985 Citroen Mehari vs. 2005 Mazda AZ
To start off, 2005 Mazda AZ is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 656 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Mazda AZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda AZ (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda AZ should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda AZ weights approximately 205 kg more than 1985 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda AZ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda AZ 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, 2005 Mazda AZ (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda AZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Mehari | 2005 Mazda AZ | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Mehari | AZ |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2260 mm |
