1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep
To start off, 1987 Citroen Mehari is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep (53 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep weights approximately 558 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.
Because 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep will offer significantly more control. 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, 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep (129 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Mehari | 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep | |
| Make | Citroen | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Mehari | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1941 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1113 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |
