1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 1966 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1987 Citroen Mehari is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Triumph 2000 (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 615 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen Mehari | 1966 Triumph 2000 | |
Make | Citroen | Triumph |
Model | Mehari | 2000 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |