1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 1973 Citroen GS
To start off, 1987 Citroen Mehari is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,015 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen GS (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen GS weights approximately 335 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, 1973 Citroen GS (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Citroen GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Mehari | 1973 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Mehari | GS |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
