1988 Citroen Mehari vs. 1987 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1988 Citroen Mehari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 2,843 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 675 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.
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, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Mehari. 1987 Chevrolet Beretta has automatic transmission and 1988 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1988 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Chevrolet Beretta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Mehari | 1987 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mehari | Beretta |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 2843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
