1987 Citroen BX vs. 1987 Citroen Mehari
To start off, both 1987 Citroen BX and 1987 Citroen Mehari were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen BX weights approximately 375 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen BX | 1987 Citroen Mehari | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | BX | Mehari |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |