1971 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 208 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 470 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Spider | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3000 mm |
