2001 Audi Allroad vs. 1986 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 2001 Audi Allroad is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi Allroad (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi Allroad weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1986 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi Allroad 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, 2001 Audi Allroad (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi Allroad | 1986 Citroen Mehari | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | Allroad | Mehari |
Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |