1961 AC Aceca vs. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1961 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 556 kg more than 1961 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Aceca | 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | |
Make | AC | Citroen |
Model | Aceca | Rally Raid |
Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3000 mm |