1971 AC 428 vs. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Citroen Rally Raid. (297 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 20 kg more than 1971 AC 428.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen Rally Raid. (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen Rally Raid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 AC 428 | 1990 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | 428 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3000 mm |
