1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 1985 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1985 Citroen Mehari is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe would be higher. At 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe weights approximately 165 kg more than 1985 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe 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 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 1985 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Coupe | Mehari |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
