1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1982 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 602 kg more than 1982 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 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 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (206 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1982 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 75 | Mehari |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
