1983 Austin Allegro vs. 1980 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1983 Austin Allegro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Austin Allegro (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Allegro weights approximately 245 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.
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 Austin Allegro (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (40 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 1980 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Allegro | Mehari |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
