2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1986 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 885 kg more than 1986 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 1986 Citroen Mehari | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | GT | Mehari |
Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |