1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 1952 Rover P4
To start off, 1987 Citroen Mehari is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,101 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Rover P4 (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Rover P4 weights approximately 835 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 1952 Rover P4 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 1952 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1952 Rover P4 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen Mehari | 1952 Rover P4 | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | Mehari | P4 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2101 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |