1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1980 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1980 Citroen Mehari is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 471 kg more than 1980 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (40 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1980 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | GT | Mehari |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
