1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 1963 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1987 Citroen Mehari is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Fulvia (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 515 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, 1963 Lancia Fulvia (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen Mehari | 1963 Lancia Fulvia | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | Mehari | Fulvia |
Year Released | 1987 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |