1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1984 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1984 Citroen Mehari is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 845 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alpine A 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alpine A 106 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alpine A 106 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Mehari.
Because 1958 Alpine A 106 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 1958 Alpine A 106. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1958 Alpine A 106 (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Alpine A 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alpine A 106 | 1984 Citroen Mehari | |
Make | Alpine | Citroen |
Model | A 106 | Mehari |
Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2410 mm |