1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 855 kg more than 1962 Alpine A 108. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alpine A 108 | 1990 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | A 108 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3000 mm |
