1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 1990 Rover Metro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Rover Metro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover Metro (95 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover Metro should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rover Metro weights approximately 330 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, 1990 Rover Metro (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Rover Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Mehari | 1990 Rover Metro | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | Mehari | Metro |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2280 mm |
