1987 Audi 80 vs. 1983 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1987 Audi 80 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 80 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 80 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1983 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, 1987 Audi 80 (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 1983 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 80 | Mehari |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
