1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1987 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 4 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Caterham Super 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen Mehari weights approximately 45 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Because 1991 Caterham Super 7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Caterham Super 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen Mehari, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (132 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Caterham Super 7 | 1987 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Caterham | Citroen |
| Model | Super 7 | Mehari |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2410 mm |
