1999 Audi TT vs. 1980 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1999 Audi TT is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi TT (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Mehari.
Because 1999 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi TT (237 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (40 Nm). This means 1999 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 1980 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | TT | Mehari |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
