1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 1972 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1987 Citroen Mehari is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 987 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda 1000 (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda 1000 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda 1000 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1987 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Mazda 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Mazda 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen Mehari, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Mazda 1000 (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen Mehari | 1972 Mazda 1000 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Mehari | 1000 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |