1993 Alpina B 12 vs. 1979 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1993 Alpina B 12 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpina B 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1979 Citroen Mehari.
Because 1993 Alpina B 12 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 1993 Alpina B 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1993 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm). This means 1993 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B 12 | 1979 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Alpina | Citroen |
| Model | B 12 | Mehari |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 29 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
