1980 Citroen Mehari vs. 1960 TVR Grantura
To start off, 1980 Citroen Mehari is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 TVR Grantura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 TVR Grantura would be higher. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 TVR Grantura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 TVR Grantura (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 TVR Grantura should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 TVR Grantura weights approximately 105 kg more than 1980 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 TVR Grantura is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 TVR Grantura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Citroen Mehari, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1960 TVR Grantura (102 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (40 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 TVR Grantura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen Mehari | 1960 TVR Grantura | |
| Make | Citroen | TVR |
| Model | Mehari | Grantura |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2140 mm |
