1988 Citroen Mehari vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1988 Citroen Mehari is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lotus Europa weights approximately 57 kg more than 1988 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Mehari | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | Mehari | Europa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
