2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1982 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 1177 kg more than 1982 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1982 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Spider | Mehari |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
