1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1987 Citroen Mehari is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 602 cc (2 cylinders), 1987 Citroen Mehari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Suzuki Fronte (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Suzuki Fronte should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen Mehari weights approximately 10 kg more than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Suzuki Fronte (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Suzuki Fronte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen Mehari | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | Mehari | Fronte |
Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 355 cc |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |