1988 Citroen Mehari vs. 1973 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1988 Citroen Mehari is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 641 cc (2 cylinders), 1973 Steyr Haflinger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen Mehari (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen Mehari should accelerate faster than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Steyr Haflinger weights approximately 95 kg more than 1988 Citroen Mehari.
Because 1973 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 Steyr Haflinger (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Steyr Haflinger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen Mehari | 1973 Steyr Haflinger | |
Make | Citroen | Steyr |
Model | Mehari | Haflinger |
Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 641 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 | 2860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1510 mm |