1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 5 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 602 cc (2 cylinders), 1987 Citroen Mehari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica weights approximately 85 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 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Minica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Mehari | 1992 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mehari | Minica |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
