1985 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1988 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1988 Citroen Mehari is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,960 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 606 kg more than 1988 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 Spider 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 Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 Spider (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1988 Citroen Mehari | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | Spider | Mehari |
Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1960 cc | 600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |