1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 2007 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2007 Tata Sumo is newer by 20 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Sumo (67 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Sumo weights approximately 1325 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 2007 Tata Sumo 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, 2007 Tata Sumo 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, 2007 Tata Sumo (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Mehari | 2007 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | Mehari | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
