1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 1979 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 10 is newer by 20 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 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B 10 (343 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1979 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Alpina B 10 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 1999 Alpina B 10. 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, 1999 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alpina B 10 | 1979 Citroen Mehari | |
Make | Alpina | Citroen |
Model | B 10 | Mehari |
Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 343 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |