1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 2005 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 18 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 577 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 2005 Morgan Aero 8 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 2005 Morgan Aero 8. 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, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Mehari | 2005 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Morgan |
| Model | Mehari | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
