1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 1981 Morgan 4
To start off, 1987 Citroen Mehari is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Morgan 4 weights approximately 105 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.
Because 1981 Morgan 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen Mehari, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen Mehari | 1981 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Morgan |
Model | Mehari | 4 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |