1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 855 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 600 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3000 mm |
