2002 Audi A4 vs. 1983 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 2002 Audi A4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A4 (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A4 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1983 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A4 | 1983 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | Mehari |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
