1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1987 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1987 Citroen Mehari is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,884 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 545 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 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 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 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. 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, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1987 Citroen Mehari | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | 1900 | Mehari |
Year Released | 1950 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1884 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |