1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A4 (208 HP) has 179 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A4 weights approximately 1175 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 2013 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 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, 2013 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Mehari | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | Mehari | A4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2808 mm |
