1999 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1984 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 1,772 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 795 kg more than 1984 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1984 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | GTV | Mehari |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1772 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
