2006 Citroen C5 vs. 1981 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 697 kg more than 1981 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, 2006 Citroen C5 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 1981 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C5 | Mehari |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
