1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 2006 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2006 Fiat Strada is newer by 19 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 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Strada (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
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, 2006 Fiat Strada (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Mehari | 2006 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Mehari | Strada |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
