1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP) has 276 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 558 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 500 | 1991 Citroen Rally Raid | |
Make | Abarth | Citroen |
Model | 500 | Rally Raid |
Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
Engine Size | 478 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 296 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3000 mm |