1949 AC 2-Litre vs. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1949 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 130 kg more than 1949 AC 2-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1949 AC 2-Litre | 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | |
Make | AC | Citroen |
Model | 2-Litre | Rally Raid |
Year Released | 1949 | 1993 |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3000 mm |