1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1981 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1981 Citroen Mehari is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 265 kg more than 1981 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1981 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Giulietta | Mehari |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
