1985 Citroen Mehari vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 26 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 830 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.
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, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen Mehari | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
Make | Citroen | Mini |
Model | Mehari | Cooper Countryman |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1562 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2596 mm |