1982 Citroen Mehari vs. 1963 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1982 Citroen Mehari is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Triumph TR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph TR4 (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph TR4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Triumph TR4 weights approximately 407 kg more than 1982 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Triumph TR4 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 1963 Triumph TR4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1963 Triumph TR4 (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph TR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen Mehari | 1963 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | Mehari | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 558 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2240 mm |
