1971 Austin 1800 vs. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1971 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 256 kg more than 1971 Austin 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 1800 | 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | 1800 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3000 mm |
