1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi TT weights approximately 915 kg more than 1983 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari. 2012 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 1983 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1983 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Mehari | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | Mehari | TT |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 601 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2469 mm |
