1984 Citroen Mehari vs. 1967 Alvis TF
To start off, 1984 Citroen Mehari is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alvis TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alvis TF would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alvis TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alvis TF (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 995 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.
Because 1967 Alvis TF is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Alvis TF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Mehari, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Alvis TF (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Mehari. 1967 Alvis TF has automatic transmission and 1984 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1984 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Alvis TF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Mehari | 1967 Alvis TF | |
Make | Citroen | Alvis |
Model | Mehari | TF |
Year Released | 1984 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2840 mm |