1983 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1984 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1984 Citroen Mehari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1984 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1984 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 33 | Mehari |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
