1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 1978 Fiat 127
To start off, 1987 Citroen Mehari is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat 127 (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat 127 weights approximately 150 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, 1978 Fiat 127 (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen Mehari | 1978 Fiat 127 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Mehari | 127 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |