1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1983 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 2 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 2,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 695 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 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 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 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (235 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1983 Citroen Mehari | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | 90 | Mehari |
Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2391 cc | 601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |