1986 Citroen Mehari vs. 1953 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1986 Citroen Mehari is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Triumph Mayflower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Triumph Mayflower (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Triumph Mayflower should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 399 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 1953 Triumph Mayflower 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 1953 Triumph Mayflower. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1953 Triumph Mayflower (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Triumph Mayflower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Mehari | 1953 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | Mehari | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2110 mm |
