1986 Citroen Mehari vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 657 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Carol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Carol (45 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Carol weights approximately 75 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.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol 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 Carol (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Carol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Mehari | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Mehari | Carol |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
