1995 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1987 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 1,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1987 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1987 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 145 | Mehari |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
