1986 Citroen Mehari vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1986 Citroen Mehari is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,272 cc, 1976 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda Familia weights approximately 245 kg more than 1986 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda Familia (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Mehari | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Mehari | Familia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
