1962 Abarth 700 vs. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 700 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 233 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 874 kg more than 1962 Abarth 700. 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 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 700 | 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 700 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3000 mm |
