1988 Citroen Mehari vs. 1955 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1988 Citroen Mehari is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 600 cc (2 cylinders), 1988 Citroen Mehari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen Mehari (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen Mehari should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 45 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Citroen Mehari (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen Mehari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Mehari | 1955 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Mehari | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 12 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 25 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
