1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 1970 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1987 Citroen Mehari is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 643 cc (2 cylinders), 1970 Steyr Haflinger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen Mehari (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen Mehari should accelerate faster than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Steyr Haflinger weights approximately 95 kg more than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Because 1970 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Steyr Haflinger 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, 1970 Steyr Haflinger (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Steyr Haflinger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Mehari | 1970 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Citroen | Steyr |
| Model | Mehari | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1510 mm |
