2009 Audi TT vs. 1983 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 475 kg more than 1983 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, 2009 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1983 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | TT | Mehari |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
