1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alpine A 106 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 247 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 895 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106. 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 533 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | A 106 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3000 mm |
