1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 1949 Toyota SA
To start off, 1987 Citroen Mehari is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Toyota SA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Toyota SA would be higher. At 995 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Toyota SA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen Mehari (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1949 Toyota SA. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen Mehari should accelerate faster than 1949 Toyota SA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Toyota SA weights approximately 615 kg more than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Mehari | 1949 Toyota SA | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Mehari | SA |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
