1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1981 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 315 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.
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 Alfasud (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1981 Citroen Mehari | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | Alfasud | Mehari |
Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |