1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 2003 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2003 Kia Sephia II is newer by 16 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sephia II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sephia II (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sephia II weights approximately 500 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, 2003 Kia Sephia II (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sephia II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Mehari | 2003 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Mehari | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |
