1944 Citroen 7 vs. 1997 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1997 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Citroen 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Citroen 7 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 7. (33 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1944 Citroen 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1944 Citroen 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota RAV4 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Citroen 7 | 1997 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 7 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1303 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2450 mm |
