1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1987 Citroen Mehari is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volkswagen SP2 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Mehari | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mehari | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
