1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 1955 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1987 Citroen Mehari is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,054 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Fiat Campagnola (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Because 1955 Fiat Campagnola 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, 1955 Fiat Campagnola 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, 1955 Fiat Campagnola (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Mehari | 1955 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Mehari | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2054 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2260 mm |
